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Nalanda, Rajgir, Bodh Gaya are Bihar's foremost tourism attractions
April 24, 2007
Aspiring to be international in character, the university will have a focus on Asia because of the relevance of Buddhism in the region. Yet its planners say it will not be a religious university, although it will provide the study of religions, theology, philosophy etc.
Plans are underway to enhance associated infrastructure like roads, accommodation and better connectivity that would not only assist in attracting students and faculty but boost tourism in the area.
Nalanda, Rajgir and Bodh Gaya are Bihar's foremost tourism attractions, of immense relevance to the followers of Buddhism and Jainism.
As part of the agenda to enhance tourism in the area, the three major roads connecting these towns will shortly have four lanes. "The project will funded by JVIC (a construction company). The proposal has been submitted to them," says Bihar Tourism Secretary Anjani Kumar Singh. "We are also trying to develop rural tourism near the university area."
Image: A monk at the base of the Shanti Stupa in Rajgir.
Also see: What ails higher education in India
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