Digital transformation of the temples driving tourism growth in the State :CM
Punjab Newsline, Shimla, October 1-
CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu said here today that virtual puja and live darshanas have emerged as new age practices allowing the devotees from around the world to maintain a connection with these ancient shrines. He said that the State Government was harnessing modern technology to strengthen the bond between the devotees and the Shaktipeeths of Himachal Pradesh. "With the onset of Navrataras, these online tools can be a blessing for the devotees, who are unable to visit these temples in person," he said.
The Chief Minister said that Shaktipeeths of Himachal Pradesh attract millions of devotees worldwide and online Darshans was an alternative for those unable to visit the temples in person due to some reasons or other. He said that online platforms have been developed aiming to offer services such as virtual puja (online religious offerings), purchasing religious materials including Prasad and making donations for Mata Shree Jwalamukhi temple, Vajreshwari temple and Chamunda Devi temple in Kangra district.