Bhubaneswar: CM Mohan Charan Majhi on Monday issued a stern warning to officials, saying he would not tolerate any delay and negligence in the execution of projects launched to transform Puri into a world-class heritage city.Reviewing the progress of Puri’s key development and infrastructure projects at Lok Seva Bhavan in Bhubaneswar, Majhi stressed the need for expeditious and time-bound completion of all tourism and pilgrim-centric initiatives. These include projects linked to Jagannath temple, Gundicha temple, the proposed Shree Jagannath International Airport, Jagannath interpretation centre, Raghunandan library, and the development of several prominent temples and heritage sites in Satyabadi and Kakatpur blocks.“The chief minister made it clear that any negligence, delay or irregularity in project implementation will not be tolerated. Officials of all departments have been directed to personally monitor works and ensure their completion within stipulated timelines,” the chief minister’s office (CMO) said.Majhi said all necessary steps are being taken to preserve Lord Jagannath’s cultural legacy and safeguard the interests and welfare of servitors. According to the CMO, a decision was taken to undertake the comprehensive development of Gundicha temple, including a complete renovation of its kitchen for preparation of Mahaprasad.Chief minister also directed officials to expedite the rehabilitation of roadside vendors displaced from the Grand Road and relocate them near the Shree Setu area at the earliest.The review meeting also focused on the reconstruction of a heritage bridge near the historic Atharanala gateway, redevelopment of Annapurna theatre, beautification of Puri beach, improved management of Sagar aarti ritual, and comprehensive development of Swargadwar.“Discussions were also held on widening the Puri-Brahmagiri, Puri-Konark and Puri-Bhubaneswar roads to improve connectivity and support the city’s growing tourism needs,” Majhi’s office said.