Prime Minister Modi visited Varanasi to inaugurate the Kashi Vishwanath Dham. He dedicated the project to the people on Monday. The construction of this ambitious project costs around Rs.350 crore.
Kashi Vishwanath Dham has been developed as a symbol to awaken the spiritual consciousness amongst people in India. However, there is a difference of opinion. Many are looking at this ambitious project as an edge of the ruling party over other parties in the upcoming elections. Few residents stated that the inauguration was timed perfectly to leverage the maximum benefit in the upcoming elections in Uttar Pradesh.
On Monday, Modi inaugurated the corridor of Sri Kashi Vishwanath Dham. This project is the gateway to river Ganga. It also has several facilities planned for the devotees. While inaugurating the first phase, Modi termed Kashi as “Avinashi”. He also added that we are witnessing a new history.
During his two-day visit to Varanasi, the PM visited and offered prayer at the Kal Bhairav temple which is also known as ‘Kashi Ke Kotwal’. After formally opening the corridor of the temple to the people. Modi took part in ‘cruise baithak’ with many CMs including Yogi Adityanath.
