MP and UP to Script New Chapter in Good Governance and Spiritual Tourism: CM Mohan Yadav in Varanasi
The governments of Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh, imbibing the mantra of ‘Development with Heritage’, are developing a shared culture of good governance and religious tourism. This will not only strengthen relations between the two states but will also open new avenues for public welfare. MP Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav stated this while visiting the world-renowned Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple Corridor in Varanasi.
CM Dr. Yadav began his visit to Varanasi by offering prayers and performing rituals at the sacred shrine of Devadhidev Mahadev Shri Kashi Vishwanath Ji. He also visited the holy Ganga ghats, where he offered prayers to the sacred Maa Ganga and performed achaman with Ganga water with deep devotion. After the prayers, he said that the spiritual peace experienced at the abode of Baba Vishwanath is truly extraordinary.
CM visits Kashi Vishwanath Temple Corridor
CM Mohan Yadav toured the Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple Corridor during his visit to Varanasi on Tuesday. He said that an important Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) is being undertaken to strengthen administrative arrangements and facilitate the exchange of information between the shrines of Baba Vishwanath in Varanasi and Baba Mahakal in Ujjain. The main objective of this initiative is to provide smoother and improved facilities for devotees. CM also paid floral tribute to the statue of Lokmata Devi Ahilyabai Holkar in the temple premises.
Management Roadmap for Simhastha–2028
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav described the experiences of Varanasi as highly relevant for the upcoming Simhastha–2028 to be held in Ujjain. He held a meeting with the trustees of the Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple Trust and reviewed a presentation on pilgrim management at the corridor, including crowd management, darshan arrangements and the mobile app-based token system. He said that lessons from the management of the Prayagraj Kumbh and the Kashi Vishwanath Corridor are helping in preparing long-term plans for devotees in Ujjain. The goal is to provide the highest level of convenience and accessibility for pilgrims during darshan.
Grand Theatrical Presentation of Samrat Vikramaditya in Varanasi
CM Dr. Yadav informed that a grand theatrical production depicting the good governance and justice of Samrat Vikramaditya of Ujjain will be staged in Varanasi from April 3 to 5. Organised by the Samrat Vikramaditya Research Institute, the presentation will feature hundreds of artists and showcase vivid depictions of ancient traditions, including performances with elephants, horses and camels.