Jashpur. On the initiative of Chief Minister Vishnudev Sai, the Tourism Department has included the famous natural and religious tourist destination of the district, Mayali, in the second phase of the Swadesh Darshan Yojana. By being included in this scheme, the development of basic facilities in the tourist place will be rapid. Also, with its promotion, there is a possibility of increase in the tourist movement here.
Importance and facilities of Mayali
It is worth mentioning that Mayali Nature Camp is located in Charaidand Baghicha State Highway in Kunkuri block of the district. The panoramic view of Belsonga Dam and Madheshwar Mountain, considered to be the highest Shivalinga of Asia, gives tourists an opportunity to spend hours. The forest department has also arranged tents for the convenience of tourists at this place. A large number of tourists gather in these tent houses to enjoy night stay with their families at the natural place full of greenery, on the banks of the dam. There is a lot of tourist activity here, especially on weekends.
Tourists have also been given the facility to enjoy boating in Mayali Nature Camp. For this, all the security arrangements have been made along with the guide. With the cooperation of the state government, a cactus garden is also being developed in Mayali Nature Camp. This special garden has included species of cactus found across the country so that the younger generation can become well acquainted with cactus. One of its objectives is also to make people aware about biodiversity and environmental conservation.
10 crore approved for development
Along with including it in the Swadesh Darshan Yojana, the Tourism Department has sanctioned Rs 10 crore for the development of Mayali. For this, a district level steering committee has been formed and directed to prepare an action plan and DPR for development.