Tourism hub at Savadatti Yallamma temple: DC

Belagavi

Several key infrastructure and development projects in district have gained momentum, with dedicated teams of officials working in coordination to ensure rapid progress, said Deputy Commissioner Mohammad Roshan during a Meet-the-Press session hosted by the   Media Association at the Department of Information.

DC Roshan emphasized that district-level officers are working closely with their counterparts in the Union and State governments, as well as with non-governmental organizations and stakeholders, to expedite critical initiatives spanning infrastructure, tourism, and environmental conservation.

In a major push to promote religious tourism, the DC announced an ambitious development plan for the iconic Savadatti Yallamma Temple, which receives over 3 crore devotees annually, making it India’s second-highest footfall temple after Tirupati Balaji.

A dedicated Temple Management Authority and Tourism Development Board have been established to implement a comprehensive master plan covering 1,098 acres in Savadatti town, including a 100-acre temple complex atop the mountain.  

Plans are in place to construct a tunnel and an overflow bypass to facilitate the smooth movement of stormwater. Desilting operations will begin post-monsoon, in coordination with local NGOs.

Meanwhile, land acquisition for the Outer Ring Road and bypass projects is nearly complete, and work is expected to commence soon.

The district is witnessing a transformative phase, DC Roshan concluded. With focused planning, public participation, and strong administrative coordination, we aim to ensure that development is both swift and sustainable.

Railway authorities have assured the district administration that construction work will begin immediately after land transfer. Roshan confirmed that the alignment of the railway line remains unchanged, as no objections have been raised. “This line will greatly improve connectivity between Dharwad and Belagavi and also benefit the broader North Karnataka region, Deputy Commissioner Mohammad Roshan said.