Seraikela (Jharkhand), Nov 3 (PTI) Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren on Tuesday directed officials to prepare a long-term, environment-friendly blueprint for the holistic development of Chandil dam and its surrounding areas in Seraikela-Kharsawan district, an official statement said.
Soren, accompanied by his family members, visited the famous dam in Chandil subdivision while travelling to Dhatkidih in the district.
Impressed by the scenic beauty and serene surroundings of the dam, the CM expressed his desire to develop the natural heritage as a prominent tourist destination and give it a place on the state’s tourism map, the statement said.
During the visit, Soren held a detailed discussion with Deputy Commissioner Nitish Kumar Singh on the dam’s
tourism potential and directed officials to focus on its multi-dimensional development, water management, ongoing Chandil project works and power generation.
He said the dam had considerable potential for eco-friendly tourism and asked the district administration to improve basic amenities, security arrangements and boating facilities for visitors.
Promoting tourism in the area would generate employment opportunities for local youths and villagers, he said.
Soren was accompanied by his wife and MLA Kalpana Soren, MLAs Sabita Mahato and Somesh Chandra Soren, Kolhan Commissioner Raviranjan Kumar Vikram and other officials. PTI BS MNB
