CM Yogi Adityanath Offers Prayers at Kashi Vishwanath and Kaal Bhairav
CM Yogi Adityanath offered prayers at Kashi Vishwanath and Kaal Bhairav temples in Varanasi and inspected the new Arvind Mills unit.
In a significant spiritual and developmental visit to Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath visited the holy shrines of the city on Wednesday. The Chief Minister offered prayers at the Baba Kaal Bhairav Temple, famously regarded as the Kotwal of Kashi, and the renowned Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple, seeking blessings for public welfare.
Spiritual Devotion and Interaction with Children
The Chief Minister's spiritual journey began at the Kaal Bhairav Temple, where he participated in darshan, puja, and aarti. Beyond the religious rituals, the visit took a heartwarming turn when Yogi Adityanath interacted with the children present at the temple premises. He distributed chocolates to the young devotees and engaged in lighthearted conversations with them regarding their studies, a gesture that was met with great enthusiasm from the children.
Following his visit to the Kaal Bhairav Temple, the Chief Minister proceeded to the Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple. Inside the sanctum sanctorum, he performed Jalabhishek and Shodashopachar puja, offering prayers for the prosperity and well-being of the citizens.
Several high-ranking officials and political leaders accompanied the Chief Minister during these visits, including:
- Finance and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Suresh Khanna
- Stamp Minister Ravindra Jaiswal
- Minister of State for MSME Hansraj Vishwakarma
- District Panchayat President Poonam Maurya
- MLA Saurabh Srivastava, Sunil Patel, and former minister Neelkanth Tiwari
Boosting Economy: Inspection of Arvind Mills New Unit
Shifting from spiritual duties to administrative inspections, Yogi Adityanath also visited Mirzamurad in Varanasi to oversee preparations for the upcoming inauguration of the new Arvind Mills unit. This industrial development is set to be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on October 25th.
The new facility, spread across more than seven acres of land in Khochwan (Bhadhera) village near the Rupapur intersection, represents a major economic milestone for the region. Key highlights of the project include:
- Investment: A total proposed investment of ₹100 crore.
- Employment: The unit is expected to create jobs for over 1,000 people.
- Women Empowerment: Approximately 300 women currently working at the company are undergoing specialized training at the new unit.
During his inspection, the Chief Minister took the time to speak with the women undergoing training, acknowledging their contribution to the industrial growth of the state. The visit underscores a dual focus on preserving cultural heritage through temple visits while simultaneously driving industrial expansion and employment opportunities in Uttar Pradesh.