Local vendors participate and new bins get installed at Hulor Ghat, one of the adopted spots.
Mayapur Clean and Green, led by Murari Mohini Devi Dasi, has recently introduced a new strategy for protecting Mayapur from environmental challenges. This strategy encourages individuals and organizations to adopt specific areas of the Dham. This initiative seeks to generate funds for cleaning activities and secure regular sponsorships for essential equipment, ensuring the sustained upkeep of Mayapur.
With the town’s rapid growth—new guesthouses, eateries, vendors, and an influx of visitors—the waste management infrastructure is unable to cope. This neglect leaves devotees and volunteers with the overwhelming task of addressing the crisis. “The idea behind the adoption of specific areas is to ensure that anyone arriving at the Holy Dham would immediately feel its sanctity and experience the uplifting spiritual atmosphere,” said Murari Mohini Devi Dasi.
Giving an account of the total areas adopted till now, Murari Mohini Devi Dasi explained, “Two large areas in Mayapur, Hulor Ghat and the stretch from the main gate to Namahatta, have been fully adopted by dedicated devotees, including Ramasta Prabhu, Govind Das Prabhu, and Raju Prabhu. Additionally, the Samadhi of Srila Jagannath Das Babaji Maharaj has been partially adopted by a few devotees who, despite numerous challenges, have extended their efforts to clean and maintain the space.”
Dedicated bins have been strategically installed in key areas of Mayapur to address the growing waste management challenges. Volunteers are actively engaging with local vendors and residents, conducting awareness drives and educational sessions to emphasize the significance of proper waste disposal and its impact on the sanctity and beauty of the Dham. These efforts aim to foster a sense of responsibility and collective action within the community, ensuring that Mayapur remains clean and inspiring for all who visit.
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