Section 14. Functions of the Parishad

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 (All departments of State Government); (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 regarding project formulation, determination of priorities in the Shuk region and phasing of development of infrastructural facilities for tourism and conservation of the Shuk 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 Shuk 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 Shuk region; (j) to arrange for, and oversee, the financing of selected development projects in the Shuk 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 coordinate with authorities in adjoining regions in matters and activities there that have or may have a bearing in Shuk region to promote harmony in actions.