Kushinagar located in Uttar Pradesh is now going to be connected to the railway track. This move is part of the comprehensive efforts of heritage conservation, promotion and development in the country, which will also include Kushinagar. Kushinagar is considered a sacred and revered pilgrimage site in the Buddhist circuit. This information was given by Rajesh Aggarwal, Additional Member (Works), Railway Board, New Delhi. He visited Kushinagar on Saturday.
He says that through this project, the religious and cultural heritage of Kushinagar will be further strengthened. This will not only promote local tourism but will also provide facilities for tourists.
The survey work to connect Kushinagar to the rail network has now been completed. Under this project, information is being collected on all the necessary facts and points related to connecting to the rail route. At present, no shortage of any kind is being faced in this crucial period of heritage conservation. Officials have clearly stated that there is no question of lack of financial resources for any project.
Projects always move forward in a phased manner. It may take some more time to connect the new railway track with the track. Earlier, he visited the 6.1 meter long reclining statue of Buddha in the main Mahaparinirvana temple. On this occasion, while bowing his head with reverence, he also offered cheever. Along with this, he also visited the magnificent and golden-coloured chaitya of Myanmar Buddha Vihar.
On this important occasion, Chief Engineer of Railway Gorakhpur Construction Akhilesh Tripathi and Guide Dr. were also present. All these activities will prove to be an important step towards the development of the region.
