Bihar CM Writes To PM Modi For Rail & Road Connectivity to Punaura Dham

Sitamarhi: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Sunday wrote a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to provide road and rail connectivity to Punaura Dham, the birthplace of Goddess Sita, located in Sitamarhi district of the state.

The letter in Hindi states in its subject line, “Matter related to road and rail connectivity to Ma Sita's birthplace located in Sitamarhi district at Punaura Dham.”

Kumar praised the Prime Minister for the recent development initiatives in Ayodhya, where a grand temple for Lord Ram is being constructed.

Kumar highlighted the spiritual significance of Punaura Dham, located in the Sitamarhi district, paralleling its importance to that of Ayodhya. 

He revealed that the Bihar government has planned to acquire 50 acres of land to enhance the temple complex dedicated to Mother Sita.

In his correspondence, Kumar expressed satisfaction over the ongoing construction of the Ram-Janaki Marg, which will connect Ayodhya to Sitamarhi. 

He emphasised that this road will facilitate the pilgrimage experience for devotees traveling to both sacred sites.

Moreover, Kumar acknowledged the Indian government's efforts to improve railway connectivity, particularly the introduction of the Vande Bharat train. 

He urged PM Modi to consider launching a Vande Bharat service between Ayodhya and Sitamarhi, which he believed would greatly benefit travelers and pilgrims.