THE EIGHTH WONDER TO BE …..‘THE SHIVAPURAM’
LORD SHIVA IN CENTER OF 21 CIRCLES OF SHIVAPURAM
‘THE SHIVAPURAM’
For centuries “Taj Mahal” is India’s exclusive source of pride and joy. It’s magnificent architecture has mesmerized people across the globe. We too have presented this tombstone to the world’s who’s who to seek their approbation. It is really commendable, that the Mughal Emperor Shahjahan envisioned and accomplished this epic structure without the accessibility of modern technology.
TAJ is just one of the example of exemplary and courageous vision and creativity. The first Chinese King Qin Shihuang also put up ‘The Great Wall’ in BC 220–206, which can be seen from moon. The Italians built Colosseum in 70–80 AD. The Mexicans built Chichen Itza in 600 AD. From time to time, many other iconic structures have come up around the world and each one of these creation, glorifies some faith or community. In India, Mughal dynasty conceived and built several gigantic and laudable structures of eminence and magnificence.
Although, India is pre-dominantly a Hindu state, so far little is done to represent the origin and transformation of Hindu cult. Taking inspiration from others, something must be done to showcase Hindu Culture, Faith and Philosophy. An institution, which can represent “Hinduism” in entirety, is the need of the time. Such an institution will not only be structurally iconic, but shall also help to promote and conserve Hindu ethnicity for centuries to come. Besides, such an institution can also offer invaluable community services.
Any reference to Hinduism is incomplete without the mention of the supreme and most revered Hindu Divinity, “Lord Shiva”. A multifaceted institution dedicated to ‘Lord Shiva’ as central theme can very well present our legendary and mythological heritage and religious faith. Therefore, a “Hindu Temple complex” in the centre (e.g. Nagpur Region) of the country with a exhilarating 621 feet tall standing statue of ‘Lord Shiva’ can plug the void. So far the claim for the highest statue in the world goes to 128 M (420 feet) tall standing Buddha statue in Spring Temple, China.
The proposed temple complex can be built on eleven hundred acres (4x4 km) of square piece of land. The proposed temple complex will be an integrated cluster of most modern multi-layered vastu compliant structures, divided in twenty one independent circles. The temple complex along with 621 Feet high statue will also house over 400 temples of all other important Hindu Deities, Indological Research Centre, Multifaith Library, Education Centres, Yoga Centres, Astrology and Astronomy Centre, Several Seminar and Conference Rooms varying capacities , Audio Visual Theatre , Home for Children, House for Differently Abled Persons, Old Age Home for 25000 persons, Dharamshalas, Guest Houses, Rest Houses, Hotels, Restaurants, Banks, Post Office, Health Facilities, Shopping Centre, Multiple Gardens, Herbal Plantations, Vegetable Farms, Fruit Gardens, Dairy Facilities, Staff Residences and space for all other services generally required.
The Temple Complex will be interconnected through multi-layered circular water canals with 2,000 moving gondolas. This will give the entire complex “VENICE” like appearance.
21 Circle Application
Circle
|
Application
|
Wide (Feet.)
|
1st
|
Lord
Shiva Statue in Centre
|
1150
|
2nd
|
200
|
|
3rd
|
First
|
150
|
4th
|
150
|
|
5th
|
Second
|
200
|
6th
|
*Circle
of 401
|
750
|
7th
|
Third
|
100
|
8th
|
Circular
Midsize Fruit Trees Farm
|
200
|
9th
|
Fourth
|
100
|
10th
|
150
|
|
11th
|
Fifth
|
200
|
12th
|
**Circle
of Utility and Research Institutions
|
750
|
13th
|
Sixth
|
100
|
14th
|
Circular
Seasonal Vegetable Farm
|
200
|
15th
|
Seventh
|
100
|
16th
|
150
|
|
17th
|
Eighth
|
200
|
18th
|
***
Social and Community Commitments Centres
|
650
|
19th
|
Ninth
|
100
|
20th
|
Forest
Area with Long Life Trees e.g. Mangoes
|
200
|
21st
|
Tenth
|
200
|
*401 Temples in Circle - This circle will provide space for four hundred one spacious and archaeologically spectacular Hindu Temples of all the important Hindu Deities.
** Circle of Utility and Research Institutions – This circle will provide space for several Seminar and Conference Halls of different capacities, Exhibition Buildings, Multiple Libraries, Indological Institutes, Educational Institutions, Astronomy and Astrology Centres and Theological Research Centre, Audio Visual Theatre, Open and Closed Theatres, Shopping Centres, Restaurants and Hotels.
*** Social and Community Commitments Centres – This circle will accommodate institutions like, Home for Children, House for Differently Abled Persons, Old Age Home for 25000 persons, Guest Houses, Rest Houses, Hotels, Restaurants , Banks, Post Office, Health Facilities, Shopping Centre, Herbal Plantations, Vegetable Farms, Fruit Gardens, Dairy Facilities, Staff Residences and space all other services generally required.
The project will be spread over an area of eleven hundred acres of land. It is expected that, in Nagpur region, suitable land can be easily procured at an average cost of about six to seven lakh rupees an acre. According to rough estimates the 621 feet statue may cost about Rs. 250 crore. The total project cost will be approximately eleven hundred crore.
The amount required for the project can be collected initially through donations from corporate, individual and existing temples. Thereafter further funds can be raised through offering space and sponsorships etc. Bridging loans from banks and business houses can also help temporarily. For financing community sharing and participation principles will be stressed. Development of utilities and service sections can be planned on BOT / Auction basis. Brief details of the fund sourcing and application are as follow.
The project can itself generate substantial revenue through temple offerings, rentals, entry tickets etc. to make it financially self sufficient. It may also generate substantial surplus. The temple complex will be run on Charity lines.
Geographically, Nagpur is closest to the centre point of the country and can be strategically a brilliant choice for such a titanic project. Proximity to Nagpur offers several technical and commercial advantages. Ample land is available in this area at reasonable cost. It offers excellent Road, Rail and Air connectivity from all corners of the country. Availability of adequate water resources is another favourable factor. Nagpur provides both skilled and unskilled labour force at competitive cost. (Nagpur is only a proposed site. This can be reconsidered if a better option is available)
Once the project is accepted and approved by core donors and the Government, it can be completed in about five years. Project in its development stage will need about five thousand unskilled labours and one thousand skilled labours. These are available in plenty in our country. Besides a team of five hundred qualified and semi qualified personnel will be needed. This includes Architects, Engineers, support staff etc.
The need for such an Institution need not be emphasised, as we all know in our hearts, what a wonderful institution this “Temple Complex” would be to project our magnificent cultural legacy. Today, we are also resource rich and have the best of technology, supporting materials and machines to envision something big like this and also make it a reality. The uniqueness of “The Only Hindu Temple Complex” in the country and a sense of belonging to the country, the society and the faith will get phenomenal footfall. Hindu festivals occurring through out the year will also ensure regular footfall as these will be the special occasions of celebration and festivities.
It is expected that, this Mega Temple Complex, “The Shivapuram” will replace the iconic, “The TAJ” on second preference. Undoubtedly, the Temple Complex will also be a strong claimant for the title of ‘The Eighth Wonder of the World’.
**Individuals, Corporate, Social or Religious Institutions, Temples and all others enthusiastic to support or team-up in the implementation process of this mega project of national importance may please contact CA A. K. Jain, “Shivapuram Project Office” 21, Skipper House, 9, Pusa Road, New Delhi – 110005, Email Address : caindia@hotmail.com, Cell: 98-100-46108,
** Circle of Utility and Research Institutions – This circle will provide space for several Seminar and Conference Halls of different capacities, Exhibition Buildings, Multiple Libraries, Indological Institutes, Educational Institutions, Astronomy and Astrology Centres and Theological Research Centre, Audio Visual Theatre, Open and Closed Theatres, Shopping Centres, Restaurants and Hotels.
*** Social and Community Commitments Centres – This circle will accommodate institutions like, Home for Children, House for Differently Abled Persons, Old Age Home for 25000 persons, Guest Houses, Rest Houses, Hotels, Restaurants , Banks, Post Office, Health Facilities, Shopping Centre, Herbal Plantations, Vegetable Farms, Fruit Gardens, Dairy Facilities, Staff Residences and space all other services generally required.
The project will be spread over an area of eleven hundred acres of land. It is expected that, in Nagpur region, suitable land can be easily procured at an average cost of about six to seven lakh rupees an acre. According to rough estimates the 621 feet statue may cost about Rs. 250 crore. The total project cost will be approximately eleven hundred crore.
The amount required for the project can be collected initially through donations from corporate, individual and existing temples. Thereafter further funds can be raised through offering space and sponsorships etc. Bridging loans from banks and business houses can also help temporarily. For financing community sharing and participation principles will be stressed. Development of utilities and service sections can be planned on BOT / Auction basis. Brief details of the fund sourcing and application are as follow.
The project can itself generate substantial revenue through temple offerings, rentals, entry tickets etc. to make it financially self sufficient. It may also generate substantial surplus. The temple complex will be run on Charity lines.
Geographically, Nagpur is closest to the centre point of the country and can be strategically a brilliant choice for such a titanic project. Proximity to Nagpur offers several technical and commercial advantages. Ample land is available in this area at reasonable cost. It offers excellent Road, Rail and Air connectivity from all corners of the country. Availability of adequate water resources is another favourable factor. Nagpur provides both skilled and unskilled labour force at competitive cost. (Nagpur is only a proposed site. This can be reconsidered if a better option is available)
Once the project is accepted and approved by core donors and the Government, it can be completed in about five years. Project in its development stage will need about five thousand unskilled labours and one thousand skilled labours. These are available in plenty in our country. Besides a team of five hundred qualified and semi qualified personnel will be needed. This includes Architects, Engineers, support staff etc.
The need for such an Institution need not be emphasised, as we all know in our hearts, what a wonderful institution this “Temple Complex” would be to project our magnificent cultural legacy. Today, we are also resource rich and have the best of technology, supporting materials and machines to envision something big like this and also make it a reality. The uniqueness of “The Only Hindu Temple Complex” in the country and a sense of belonging to the country, the society and the faith will get phenomenal footfall. Hindu festivals occurring through out the year will also ensure regular footfall as these will be the special occasions of celebration and festivities.
It is expected that, this Mega Temple Complex, “The Shivapuram” will replace the iconic, “The TAJ” on second preference. Undoubtedly, the Temple Complex will also be a strong claimant for the title of ‘The Eighth Wonder of the World’.
**Individuals, Corporate, Social or Religious Institutions, Temples and all others enthusiastic to support or team-up in the implementation process of this mega project of national importance may please contact CA A. K. Jain, “Shivapuram Project Office” 21, Skipper House, 9, Pusa Road, New Delhi – 110005, Email Address : caindia@hotmail.com, Cell: 98-100-46108,
Project Accredited and Endorsed
by
Ahimsa Foundation, New Delhi
&
Foundation for Social and Religious Integration, New Delhi.
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