Grand Shri Jagannath Temple to Be Built in Jamshedpur at ₹100 Crore
Brief By Newsbrief / 3:59 PM on 24 Feb 2026
A grand Shri Jagannath Temple will be constructed on Marine Drive in Jamshedpur at an estimated cost of ₹100 crore. The foundation stone of the temple will be laid by President Draupadi Murmu on February 26.The temple will be built on two and a half acres of land, modeled on the famous Jagannath Temple in Puri. It will also include a spiritual center, serving as a hub for religious and cultural activities for devotees and visitors. The temple complex will feature magnificent architecture and modern facilities, making it one of the city’s prominent religious landmarks.Officials say that the project will not only promote local religious culture but also significantly boost tourism and the local economy. The development is expected to create new employment opportunities and enhance the tourism potential of the Marine Drive area.Experts believe that the construction of this temple will strengthen religious tourism in Jharkhand and help the state gain a significant place on the national and international religious tourism map.