13. The functions of the [Parishad]1 shall be :-
(a) to ensure the preparation of the Braj Development 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 Project through any one or more of the Participating Departments or Implementing Agency;
(d) to ensure proper and systematic programming by the participating departments in regard to project formulation, determination of priorities in the Braj region and phasing of development of infrastructural facilities for tourism and conservation of the Braj Heritage in accordance with stages indicated in the Plan;
(e) to make concerted efforts in the direction of professionally enhancing awareness and interest in intangible cultural heritage, safeguarding, promoting and propagating it systematically;
(f) to ensure conservation of revers and undertake measures for pollution control and development of river fronts and water bodies;
(g) to formulate Architectural Regulations to bring about an uniformity of the buildings and structures in conformity with the heritage architecture of the region;
(h) 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 Braj region;
(i) to arrange for and oversee, the financing of selected development projects in the Braj region through State funds and other sources of revenue like funds from Temple Trusts, donations, Non-government Organization, company/firms and tourists, etc.