Buddhist meditation & experience centre to come up at Bodh Gaya
Bodh Gaya
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The centre, approved and funded by the ministry of tourism, will provide a unique platform for tourists to experience the rich heritage and philosophy of Buddhism.
The Bihar State Tourism Development Corporation (BSTDC) will be the nodal agency for the execution of this project.
Special secretary-cum-tourism director Udayan Mishra said, "In compliance with the announcement made in the Union Budget 2024-25 for the comprehensive development of Gaya and Bodh Gaya, a detailed project report was sought for the Buddhist meditation and experience centre. After submission of the report to the ministry, a nod was given for the development of the centre."
On April 2, 2025, technical approval for the project was received from the chief engineer, BSTDC. Subsequently, administrative approval was granted on May 22.
Mishra said Bodh Gaya is an important tourist destination, which attracts a large number of tourists. To further enhance the facilities at the place, a Buddhist meditation and experience centre would be constructed, which will increase the footfall of tourists and also generate revenue for the govt. Additionally, it will create employment and business opportunities for local people.
"Approval for the construction of the centre was granted by the cabinet on May 16. The BSTDC is the executing agency for this important project," the special secretary added.
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