Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman visits Sri Krishna Mutt in Udupi, offers prayers

On Thursday, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman visited the Sri Krishna Mutt in Udupi, offering prayers and receiving darshan at the main shrine.

The centuries‑old institution is a major centre of religious and cultural life in the district, drawing devotees from across Karnataka and beyond. The minister’s visit highlights the importance of supporting heritage sites and local tourism.

Her participation is expected to boost morale among devotees and may encourage increased patronage of heritage tourism, contributing to the local economy. Source: Google News – Udupi.