Banke Bihari corridor gets support from farmer unions
Agra: Several farm unions and organisations on Friday extended their support to the proposed Banke Bihari Corridor in Mathura's Vrindavan, amid ongoing protests against it. They believe the project would benefit lakhs of pilgrims who visit the temple regularly.
Buddha Singh Pradhan, senior state vice president of BKU (Tikait), said, "All social organisations and unions have come together as a united front before the district magistrate to deliver a message regarding the corridor issue related to the temple of Bihari Maharaj in Vrindavan. Our purpose is to convey that the construction of this corridor will bring immense benefits and development to Mathura-Vrindavan. It will be advantageous not only for Mathura district, but also for the entire Braj region and the devotees and servants of Lord Banke Bihari.
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He added, "This initiative will open many avenues for progress. Some people, driven by personal interests, are opposing this project. We want to send a message to them: consider the greater good and recognise that Lord Banke Bihari belongs to all of us. Where there is collective benefit, it should be embraced by all. This corridor aligns with cultural heritage, the sanctity of traditions, and the preservation of Indian culture.
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Therefore, on behalf of the United Front and all farmer organisations, I affirm our support for the construction of the corridor."
Besides BKU (Tikait), several other farm union leaders, including Praveen Bhaskar, national vice president of BKU (Sunil), and Vipin Kumar, president of Shaheed Bhagat Singh oganisation, and representatives of other unions, met the Mathura DM CP Singh at the Collectorate and submitted a letter of support for the Banke Bihari Corridor.
Meanwhile, residents and members of the Goswami community, whose members are considered the temple's 'sevayats' -- hereditary priests who manage daily rituals and other temple affairs, continued their protest on Friday.
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