Gauhati HC Greenlights Maa Kamakhya Temple Access Corridor Project

• The Gauhati High Court has permitted the Assam government to proceed with the Maa Kamakhya Temple Access Corridor project.
• The court disposed of a PIL and a writ petition challenging the project, citing assurances of no adverse impact on holy water springs or temple architecture.
• The project aims to develop the temple area under the PM-DEVINE Scheme, addressing unplanned construction and improving pilgrim access.
• IIT Guwahati and National Institute of Hydrology, Roorkee, conducted studies confirming the project's viability and non-damaging nature.
• The court emphasized that construction must adhere to approved designs, with petitioners retaining the right to revive petitions if breaches occur.