Srinagar, March 22 -- An inclusive development of Dargah Hazratbal shrine including the construction of the first of its kind Tourist Facilitation and Sufi Interpretation centers is one of the 46 projects sanctioned underPilgrimage Rejuvenation and Spiritual Heritage Augmentation Drive (PRASHAD) scheme. Launched by the Union Ministry of Tourism in 2014, PRASHADis a central sector scheme aimed at enhancing pilgrimage tourism in India.

This integrated project includes better facilities for visitors, like new parking areas, walking paths, restrooms, improved lighting, and a tourist information center.

The all-inclusive development, according to one of the shrine board members, besides creating additional job possibilities, would make the H...