Patna, 11 December (ABN) Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Thursday directed officials to protect the Kesaria Buddha Stupa in East Champaran district and complete the tourist facility center being built there soon. The Chief Minister today inspected the under-construction tourist facility center in Kesaria, East Champaran district. He inquired about the auditorium and tourist facilities being built here from the officials. Chief Minister Nitish Kumar said that a large number of tourists come to see the Kesaria Buddha Stupa. He said that the construction of the center will provide facilities to the tourists and they will be able to know about the various aspects of Buddhism and the glorious history of Bihar. He directed that the construction of this tourist facility center be completed as soon as possible.
It is worth mentioning that a 5D theater is being built in the under-construction tourist facility center, where there will be a seating arrangement for 48 people. Important Buddhist teachings will be shown here. It will work as an introductory area for people. A Bihar pavilion will be built here, where frames related to Bihar's historical heritage will be displayed. An educational display showcasing the cultural importance of the state will also be set up.
More than 90 sculptures will be installed in special box-like structures and artistic sculptures will be installed in open fields. Replicas of eight different historical Buddhist monuments of Bihar will also be kept, which are located at the four corners of the complex. The Chief Minister later visited the premises of the Kesaria Buddha Stupa and inquired about the tourist facilities available there.
He said that the government has taken several steps to protect and develop the Kesaria Buddha Stupa. He appealed to the public to protect this premises, work for its maintenance and development, and also take care of the tourist facilities.