Bihars Ancient Sun Temple Revamped with ₹14.78 Crore Investment

Bhojpur, November 14 (Daily Kiran) : On November 14, Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary inaugurated significant development projects at the ancient Sun Temple in Tarari, Bhojpur, via video conferencing. The upgrades, costing ₹14.78 crore, coincide with the Chhath Mahaparva festival.

During the ceremony, Chaudhary emphasized the Sun God as a timeless source of energy, vital for sustaining all life. He noted that Bihar has a long-standing tradition of Sun worship, and the Chhath festival symbolizes local faith, rich cultural heritage, and respect for nature.

While unveiling the projects from the Lok Seva Awas, the Chief Minister extended his best wishes to the state’s residents for the Chhath celebrations. He highlighted the temple’s historical significance as a major religious center, attracting numerous devotees for Sun worship. The renovations aim to boost religious tourism and create new job opportunities at the local level.

Chaudhary stated that the completed development works would enhance facilities for visitors and devotees, thereby increasing the temple’s prominence. The state government remains committed to improving religious and cultural sites while ensuring better amenities for pilgrims. He remarked that Chhath is a principal festival in Bihar, where people worship with deep devotion. The government is also working on various ghats under the ‘Seva Sankalp and Kayakalp Abhiyan’ to provide better facilities for Chhath devotees.

He instructed officials to prioritize the comfort and safety of pilgrims during the Chhath festivities, ensuring all necessary arrangements are in place to avoid any inconveniences. The Chief Minister urged the people to celebrate the festival with unity, peace, and respect. He also prayed for the continuous progress and prosperity of Bihar.

During the event, Lokesh Kumar Singh, Secretary of the Tourism Department, presented details about the development works at the temple complex. He mentioned the construction of a G+1 Mangal Bhavan, facilitating weddings and other ceremonies, as well as providing accommodation for devotees and tourists. Additional projects included the construction of a Chhath ghat, along with aesthetically pleasing walls, pathways, and a main entrance to the temple area. These enhancements are expected to make the temple complex more beautiful and organized, improving convenience for visitors.

The event was also attended by Deputy Chief Minister Bijendra Prasad Yadav, Tourism Minister Kedar Prasad Gupta, and senior officials from the Chief Minister’s office and the Tourism Department. Local representatives, including MPs, MLAs, and the Bhojpur District Magistrate, joined the program through video conferencing.