Lakhisarai (Bihar), Lakhisarai District Magistrate Mr. Shailendra Kumar visited Abhaypur on Friday with a team of senior administrative officials. During the visit, he offered prayers at the famous Maa Bhagwati Temple in Benipur and prayed for the region's prosperity. ADM Neeraj Kumar, SDO Prabhakar Kumar, DDC Sumit Kumar, and other officials from various departments were also present.
The villagers gave a grand welcome
Upon reaching the temple premises, local villagers and temple committee members warmly welcomed the administrative officials. On this occasion, the villagers honored the District Magistrate by presenting him with a robe and a memento of Goddess Bhagwati. The locals also informed the officials about the temple's ancient religious and historical significance.
Request for expansion of security and facilities
During the visit, local citizens informed the District Magistrate about the problems facing the temple and demanded its overall development. The villagers requested the immediate construction of a boundary wall for the security and better management of the temple complex. They also requested the provision of basic amenities within the complex and the beautification of the temple area for the convenience of devotees coming from distant lands.