Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav has said that Ujjain is identified by its seers and saints.
On the lines of Haridwar, sages, saints, Mahants, Akhara heads, Mahamandaleshwar, etc. will be allowed to build permanent ashrams in Ujjain. Simhastha, which is held once every 12 years, will be organized in the year 2028.
Sadhus and saints require sufficient land/plots to stay in Ujjain, organize Katha, Bhagwat, etc. With this in mind, the state government has made a plan to build permanent ashrams while giving priority to the welfare of sages and saints.
Sadhus, saints, and devotees face challenges while organizing such events in private hotels.
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav said that just as proper ashrams are made for sages in Haridwar, efforts will be made to build permanent ashrams for them in Ujjain also.
The plan will be given shape through the Ujjain Development Authority.
In view of Simhastha, permanent infrastructure will also be built for basic facilities like roads, electricity, drinking water, drainage, etc., so that problems caused by temporary construction do not arise.
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav said that an action plan has been prepared with all the public representatives to develop Ujjain as a religious city like Haridwar.
In order to ensure smooth traffic, permanent infrastructure development work like four-lane, six-lane and bridges will be undertaken.
Along with basic facilities, ashrams for the saints will be constructed parallelly.
Public activities like Anna Kshetra, Dharamshala, Ashram, Medical Center, Ayurveda Center etc. will be organized on priority with the help of the Sanatan Dharma followers.
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav said that the state government is working continuously for the holistic development of the state including Ujjain.
Holistic development will open the doors to prosperity for all. It is our priority to ensure that all our religious gurus should be near the places of worship.
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav said that only Mahants, Akhara heads, Mahamandaleshwar will be permitted for the construction of the Ashram in such a way that the building can be constructed only on 25 percent of the one-hectare plot.
The remaining 75 percent of the plot will remain open, with sufficient open space for arrangements like parking, etc. This type of permission will not be given for residential and commercial use.
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav said that ever since Mahakal Mahalok was formed, a large number of devotees come to Ujjain. The entire plan is to ensure that more such religious events are organized.
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav said that the tender process for Ujjain-Indore six-lane work has begun. Bhoomi Pujan of the Ujjain-Jaora greenfield four-lane road will be performed soon.
Indore, Ujjain, Dhar, Bhopal, Gwalior, Jabalpur etc. will be developed in this plan. Development works will be undertaken while retaining the naturally religious spirit of Ujjain.
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav said that in-principle approval has also been given to operate Indore-Ujjain metro train.
Along with this, the Circle Vande Metro train will also be operated connecting Ujjain, Dewas, Fatehabad, and Indore. Its speed will be more than that of the metro train.
Along with the rail route, all the routes of Ujjain are also being strengthened. All routes originating from Ujjain will be made four-lane.
The existing airstrip will also be upgraded and technically an airport will be made so that Ujjain gets air traffic facility througout the year.
