LG Sinha virtually inaugurates renovated Baikunth Dham on banks of Ganga in Ghazipur

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JAMMU/GHAZIPUR: Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, Manoj Sinha, on Wednesday virtually inaugurated renovated cremation ground (Baikunth Dham) situated on the banks of Ganga in Razaganj locality at the eastern end of Ghazipur city. Along with dedicating the efforts of the proud socio-religious rituals to the common man, he also offered prayers at the feet of Mother Ganga. Speaking on the occasion, Lieutenant Governor, while highlighting the importance of sanctity of the events of birth, marriage and death in Sanatan Dharma, said that birth and death are known as the eternal truths of life.
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Lt Governor said that the process of beautification project of Muktidham with the necessary arrangements of basic amenities like drinking water, sheds, benches, adequate lighting, verandahs for the people gathered for the final journey of man, in collaboration with the local people and Reliance Foundation, was launched in November 2018 with a cost of Rs 4.10 crore.
LG Manoj Sinha said that the development of Baikunth Dham would meet the needs of not only the local population but also the people coming to Muktidham from other areas.
In addition to maintaining proper cleanliness in Muktidham, the Lieutenant Governor appealed to plant trees on the banks of the Ganges keeping in mind the erosion of the Ganges.
He said that it is the collective responsibility of all of us to take special care of this place.
Many dignitaries of the society including political representatives, Municipality President and local residents were present on the occasion.