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Time of India
28-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
CM Yogi okays plan for seven grand gateways to Gorakhpur
Gorakhpur: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has approved construction of seven grand gateways at the city's borders that will symbolise divine heritage of the Nath Panth and showcase Gorakhpur's rich cultural legacy. The proposal, initially presented by Gorakhpur MP Ravi Kishan Shukla, received the Chief Minister's nod following a detailed representation. Expressing gratitude, Ravi Kishan said, "This is more than infrastructural development; it is a tribute to the soul and spiritual essence of Gorakhpur. The CM's gesture reflects his deep affection and vision for our city." The gateways will be built along key entry routes—Deoria, Varanasi, Maharajganj, Sonauli, Kushinagar, Lucknow, and Pipraich. Each structure will feature depictions of Guru Gorakhnath and other Siddha Yogis, along with their spiritual teachings, offering a grand visual narrative of the city's religious and philosophical roots. The project, under supervision of Gorakhpur Development Authority, is expected to elevate the city's urban aesthetics as well as its cultural pride—making it a source of admiration for residents and an attraction for visitors alike.
Hindustan Times
22-05-2025
- Climate
- Hindustan Times
Gkp's Gordhiya Nullah: Crack develops in building near drain, demolished
A residential building near the under-construction Gordhiya Nala in Gorakhpur was demolished by district authorities on Thursday after a major crack developed in its structure, sparking concern among residents. The incident occurred following 30.5 mm of rainfall that caused severe waterlogging across the city. Officials confirmed that compensation of ₹36 lakh was paid to the building's owner, Virendra Kumar Pandey, before the demolition. Executive engineer, Jal Nigam, Pankaj Kumar, said the structure was evacuated and razed as a safety measure. He added that the nullah has a designated width of 18 meters, and several other buildings have already been demolished, while 64 others have been marked for demolition. The ongoing construction of the 9.2 km-long Gordhiya Nullah aims to address chronic waterlogging in 18 wards of the city. However, heavy rainfall on Thursday morning led to the dug-up nullah being filled with water within two hours, resulting in damage to adjacent buildings. Pandey stated that although the land for the nullah had already been registered, negligence in installing protective iron sheets caused cracks in the building walls. 'Had precautionary measures been taken, the damage could have been avoided,' he said. Despite the administration's assurances about safety, many residents remain unconvinced and have begun searching for rental accommodations to shift before the monsoon fully sets in. The moderate to heavy rain, accompanied by lightning and thunder, also exposed the poor preparedness of the municipal corporation. Severe waterlogging was reported in several areas including the district hospital, wholesale vegetable market, Padribazar, Bharatpur, Illahibagh, Reti Crossing, and Cinema Road. Residents also complained that the ongoing construction of drains has raised road levels, turning several colonies developed by the Gorakhpur Development Authority into water bowls. Water reportedly entered over 200 houses in various localities. Weather scientist Danish Khan attributed the rainfall to a western disturbance and warned of more rain in the coming days. Thursday's rainfall brought down the temperature by 8 degrees Celsius compared to Wednesday. ABDUR RAHMAN
