Patna: The central government is expected to approve the construction of the Takht Sri Harimandir Corridor next month, providing streamlined access for devotees visiting one of Sikhism’s most revered sites, Takht Sri Harimandir Ji Patna Sahib.
The corridor, projected to cost several crore rupees, aims to facilitate easier access for pilgrims from across India and abroad to the birthplace of the tenth Sikh Guru, Sri Guru Gobind Singh Maharaj, as well as nearby sacred sites including the Ballila Gurudwara, Siddha Shaktipeeth Choti Patnadevi, the Jain Shwetambar Temple, Harimandir Gali Shiv Temple, and the Kali Temple.
Sardar Jagjot Singh Sohi, president of the Takht Sri Harimandir Management Committee, told reporters on Sunday that he had repeatedly urged the Union Tourism Minister to expedite the project, following a formal request submitted last year.
“The annual influx of millions of devotees often causes congestion and inconvenience in Patna Sahib,” Sohi said. “We have requested that the corridor be developed on the lines of the Kashi Vishwanath Corridor to ensure smooth movement of pilgrims.”
The proposed corridor would be divided into two sections — upper and lower — allowing devotees to visit the temples directly after taking a ceremonial dip in the Ganges. Officials emphasised that the project would preserve the area’s heritage and traditional architecture while modernising access.
Sardar Gurvinder Singh, vice president of the managing committee, highlighted the broader urban benefits of the initiative. “The Ganga Pathway has already improved connectivity from the airport and Patna Junction,” he said. “In addition, streets surrounding the Takht Sahib — including Harimandir Gali, Bara Gali, Daribabaaz Bahadur Gali, and Kali Sthan Marg — will be widened and beautified, enhancing the pilgrim experience without compromising historical integrity.”
