Section 14 in THE UTTAR PRADESH VINDHYA DHAM TEERTH VIKAS PARISHAD ACT, 2021
14. The functions of the Parishad shall be-
(a)to prepare the Plan;(b)to arrange for the preparation of projects by any of the Participating Departments;(c)to co-ordinate the enforcement and implementation of the Plan and the Projects through any one or more of the Participating Departments or Implementing Agencies;(d)to ensure proper and systematic programming by the participating departments in regard to project formulation, determination of priorities in the Vindhyachal region and phasing of development of infrastructural facilities for tourism and conservation of the Vindhyachal Heritage in accordance with stages indicated in the Plan;(e)to make concerted efforts towards enhancing awareness and interest in intangible cultural heritage, and document, conserve, safeguard, promote, display and disseminate it systematically;(f)to undertake and encourage research in the field of heritage of the region, (g) to undertake conservation and development of rivers and water bodies and their catchments in the Vindhyachal Region, to undertake measures for pollution control therein and development of river fronts and water bodies;(h)to formulate Architectural Regulations to bring about uniformity of the buildings and structures in conformity with the heritage architecture of the region;(i)to formulate policies to ensure co-ordination between various stakeholders-Government Departments, Local Bodies, Temple Management/Trusts, Self Help Groups, Researchers and Scholars for integrated development of tourism infrastructure and Activities/projects for strengthening, protecting, preserving and promoting the rich cultural heritage of the Vindhyachal region;(j)to arrange for, and oversee, the financing of selected development projects in the Vindhyachal region through State funds and other sources of revenue like funds from Temple Trusts, donations, Non-government Organization, company/firms and tourists, etc.(k)to co-ordinate with authorities in adjoining regions in matters and activities there that have or may have a bearing in Vindhyachal region to promote harmony in actions.
