Patna: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Thursday directed officials of the Tourism Department, Patna District Administration, and the Patna Municipal Corporation (PMC) to make complete arrangements for conducting Ganga Aarti at the Digha Pati Pul Ghat, located on the western bank of the Ganga River.
The Chief Minister issued the instructions during his inspection visit to the ghat near the JP Setu (Jai Prakash Setu), shortly after the Assembly proceedings were adjourned.
Nitish Kumar emphasized that, like the popular Ganga Aarti held at Gandhi Ghat, a similar spiritual and cultural event should be started at Digha to enhance tourism and provide visitors with a meaningful experience.
Digha Pati Pul Ghat Being Developed as a Tourist Destination
The Digha Pati Pul Ghat has been witnessing a large number of visitors daily, and the state government is now working to develop it into a major tourist spot.
Officials informed the Chief Minister that the ghat is being developed under an integrated tourism development plan, keeping in mind the growing footfall of tourists and local residents.
Chief Minister Orders Better Facilities for Visitors
During the inspection, Nitish Kumar instructed officials to improve the surroundings and create a clean and attractive environment for tourists.
He directed that:
- Plantation work should be carried out around the Digha tourist ghat
- The existing ghat should be converted into a permanent cemented ghat
- Proper infrastructure should be arranged for holding daily Ganga Aarti
- Basic tourist facilities should be ensured for visitors
The Chief Minister stated that since a large number of tourists visit the place, they would be happy to participate in Ganga Aarti, which would also promote religious tourism in Patna.
Inspection of Six-Lane Ganga Bridge Project
Apart from the ghat inspection, Nitish Kumar also reviewed the construction site of the six-lane Ganga bridge being built parallel to JP Setu.
He instructed the concerned officials to ensure that the bridge construction is completed on time, as the project is expected to significantly improve connectivity between North Bihar and South Bihar.
Senior Officials Accompanied the Chief Minister
Several senior officials accompanied the Chief Minister during the inspection, including:
- Principal Secretary Deepak Kumar
- Secretaries Kumar Ravi and Chandrashekhar Singh
- Tourism Secretary Nilesh Ramchandra Deore
- Municipal Commissioner Yashwant Meena
- Patna District Magistrate Thiyagarajan S.M.
- SSP and other senior officers
Boost to Religious and Tourism Development
The decision to introduce Ganga Aarti at Digha Ghat is expected to strengthen Patna’s identity as a spiritual tourism hub. Once implemented, the initiative may attract more tourists, improve local facilities, and create a vibrant cultural atmosphere along the riverfront.
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