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Ghaziabad's Kailash Mansarovar house set to welcome first batch of pilgrims
Ghaziabad
: For the first time since its construction in 2020, the Kailash Mansarovar Bhawan in Indirapuram's Shakti Khand-4 will be officially used this year as the
Kailash Mansarovar Yatra
is set to resume after a five-year hiatus due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
The first batch of pilgrims are set to arrive by June 11.
Mukesh Meshram, principal secretary for Tourism, Culture and Charitable Affairs, visited the Bhawan on Wednesday to assess preparations and directed officials to ensure all facilities are fully operational before their arrival.
"Kailash Mansarovar pilgrims should not face any problem in any form. All necessary arrangements must be in place, including transportation, food, rest, and cleanliness," Meshram said during the inspection.
The Yatra is scheduled from June 11 to Aug 26, and the facility will now receive groups of 50 pilgrims at a time. This year, 5 batches of 50 Yatris, and 10 batches of 50 Yatris, are scheduled to travel.
District tourism officer Suresh Rawat told TOI "Pilgrims will stay for four days at the premises to complete formalities. After completing the pilgrimage, they will again come back to the Bhawan from where they will depart for their homes.
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The Bhawan was solely made for the facilitation of the Mansarovar pilgrims and it will now, for the first time, serve its official purpose."
"We have instructed officials to start making arrangements to ensure that lights, air-conditioners, and all other electrical fittings are fully functional. Food and first-aid arrangements are also being made to ensure their stay is comfortable and safe," said DM Deepak Meena.
Mesharam instructed officials to ensure that the rooms, toilets, and electronic appliances like ACs, fans, and lights are properly maintained. He also emphasised uninterrupted water and electricity supply, as well as timely completion of any pending works by the State Construction Corporation. "Special attention should be paid to cleanliness and beautification of the premises," he added.
The four-storey facility was developed over 9,000 sqm at a cost of around Rs 57.9 crore, and can accommodate up to 272 people. It also includes parking for 188 vehicles.
