PM Narendra Modi to inaugurate Shastri Ghat in Varanasi tomorrow

TNN / Apr 10, 2025, 14:26 IST

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to inaugurate the newly built Shastri Ghat in Ramnagar, Varanasi, during his upcoming visit. Constructed by the Yogi government near Lal Bahadur Shastri's ancestral home, the ghat features modern amenities while maintaining a heritage aesthetic with Chunar stone. Costing ₹10.

PM Narendra Modi to inaugurate Shastri Ghat in Varanasi tomorrow

Constructed by the Yogi government near Lal Bahadur Shastri's ancestral home, the ghat features modern amenities while maintaining a heritage aesthetic with Chunar stones. The project, costing Rs 10.

VARANASI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi may inaugurate the newly constructed ghat named after former Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri near his ancestral home in Ramnagar during his proposed visit to Varanasi on Friday.
The Shastri Ghat, constructed by the Yogi govt in Ramnagar, is equipped with modern facilities for visitors and features a heritage look using Chunar stones. The BJP-led govt previously renovated his residence in Ramnagar into a museum.
In honour of the second Prime Minister, Lal Bahadur Shastri, the Yogi govt built a well-equipped pucca ghat along the Ganga near his home in Ramnagar.
According to the project manager of Uttar Pradesh Projects Corporation Limited, special attention was given to the heritage appearance of Shastri Ghat to match the architecture of nearby historical forts and buildings.

The construction, costing approximately Rs 10.55 crore, includes heritage lighting and greenery.
He said that the ghat is about 130 meters long and offers a parking site, stairs, and ramps for the disabled and elderly.
Located near the Ramnagar Fort of Kashi Naresh, the ghat's construction also used Chunar stones similar to those of the fort. This development is expected to increase the number of tourists across the Ganges.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to inaugurate the newly constructed Lal Bahadur Shastri Ghat in Ramnagar during his visit to Varanasi.
The Shastri Ghat, built by the Yogi Adityanath government, features modern facilities, a heritage design using Chunar stones, and aims to enhance tourism along the Ganges.
The construction of the ghat, costing approximately Rs 10.55 crore, includes amenities such as parking, stairs, and ramps for accessibility, while matching the architectural style of nearby historical sites.

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