Shimla, July 19 -- A statue of Lord Ram to be installed at the temple complex; however, procedural challenges related to the Forest Conservation Act (FCA) were being addressed to facilitate its installation, said chief minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Friday.

"Plans are underway to install a grand statue of Lord Ram near the temple, but the project is currently held up due to forest clearance issues," said Sukhu after speaking to media persons after unfurling a 108-feet tall religious flag at the Jakhu Hanuman Temple.

Sukhu said the historic Jakhu temple holds deep spiritual significance and is a symbol of the collective faith of the people.

CM Sukhu said, "I have given directions to explore the possibility of installing a large idol...