To perpetuate rich legacy of Bhagwan Vailmiki, Punjab Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal on Friday approved the construction plan of the state-of-the art Temple, Museum and Panorama in Sri Valmiki Ashram (Ram Tirath) near Amritsar at a cost of `115 crore.
The decision was taken by the Chief Minister in a meeting with the members of Bhagwan Valmiki Tirath Vikas Board constituted for the development of Sri Valmki Ashram (Ram Tirath) under the chairmanship of Cabinet Minister Gulzar Singh Ranike.
Paying reverence to the great spiritual ambassador who propagated the concept of egalitarian society by composing the legendary epic ‘Ramyana’, Badal said that it was a matter of great pride and honor for the State Government to offer humble tributes to Bhagwan Vailmki by developing this site for the devotees visiting this sacred place from every corner of the world.
Bhagwan Valmiki Maharaj Ji resided and composed his masterpiece ‘Ramayana’ at this sacred place.
Badal pointed out that new Temple which would be “an engineering marvel spruced with rare architecture, landscaping besides aesthetically designed”. “This Temple would be unique in the sense that it would not only help in disseminating the philosophy of Bhagwan Valmiki, but it would also act as a lighthouse to guide the destiny of our youth. Museum and panorama would showcase his teachings,” said Badal.
Badal reiterated that the State Government was fully committed to undertake renovation and beautification of this sacred place from its historical and religious perspective, adding that the work on this ambitious project would begin soon and is likely to be completed within two years. He further said that the work would be executed in a phased manner. During the first phase, construction of Temple and multistoreied bus or car parking would be undertaken followed by construction of langar hall, sangat hall and museum in the second, third and fourth phases respectively.
Badal also asked Amritsar Deputy Commissioner Rajat Aggarwal to ensure timely commissioning of this prestigious project.