On International Tourism Day (27th October), from Bihar............

Tourism is a boon for any country’s or state’s economy. It can serve as a great source of revenue but if only if it is utilized to its free potential. Like all other resources, tourism needs to be tapped for maximum benefit. Unless and until the government or the ministry in charge does not popularize tourist spots and promote tourism, we can’t hope of getting much from the tourism sector. Bihar tourism is a typical example of how negligence on part of a government can leave the tourism sector in shambles. There are many sites of great historical and religious significance in Bihar which if promoted amongst, will greatly help its economy. To see such sites being neglected is really something to be ashamed of.

 Out of numerous such sites, Gautam Sthan in Revilganj (saran district) is perhaps the most prominent. It was the birthplace of Mata Anjana (mother of lord Hanuman) . This place is also known for another famous event from the Ramayana –AHILYA UDDHAR. A temple dedicated to Maharishi Gautam is located in GODNA MATHIA locality. There is also an ashram of SHRINGI RISHI in the municipality. When i visited this place i really found out that this place was empty and desolate in addition to lack of suitable infrastructure.

Another such place is Maa Ambika sthan, claimed to be a shaktipeeth, situated 34 km from district headquarters and 4 km from Digwara . It is the place in the country that matchesthe narration in Durga Saptashati. Ami is said to be the yajna sthan, pyre of prajapatib Daksha where his daughter Sati, wife of lord Shiva gave her life after jumping into the fire.In Aami , the Kati-Pradesh (middle portion) of parvati fell. Here the idol is in the shape of Vulva with nine pinds. This place lacks the required infrastructure. 

Many such places escape the public eye like the temple at thave and Mahendranath temple. The state government does not seem keen to develop such places infrastructure, which would lead to a boom in the economy. If our state is to develop then such things need to be paid attention to lest it should be too late. Instead of demanding special status for BIHAR it would be better if the state govt strives towards developing these sites as it could contribute to providing numerous employment opportunities too.