Gaja Daha, one of Nepal’s 100 listed tourist destinations, is set to undergo significant development with the collection of NPR 6.4 million through the recently concluded Gaja Daha Siddha Baraha Gyan Mahayagya. Organized to address the lack of promotion and infrastructure, the funds aim to protect and enhance the site’s tourism potential.
The week-long Mahayagya, held from November 23 to 29 (Mangsir 8–14), brought together locals from Baglung’s Jaimini and Galkot municipalities, as well as Kathekhola and Barekot rural municipalities, in an effort to safeguard the historically and religiously significant Gaja Daha. The event not only collected cash donations but also in-kind contributions, the value of which is yet to be fully assessed, as shared by Dilip Patel, the publicity coordinator of the organizing committee.
The collected funds will be allocated to reconstruct the deteriorating Siddha Baraha Temple, situated on the banks of Gaja Daha. Local leaders, including Lok Bahadur Chantyal, chairperson of the Siddha Baraha Temple Conservation Committee, emphasized the need for a comprehensive master plan to ensure the integrated development of the area.
Shivdutt Regmi, the Mahayagya’s keynote preacher, highlighted the religious significance of Gaja Daha during his discourses, inspiring participation from devotees and visitors alike. The funds will be utilized to promote the site, develop infrastructure, and restore the temple to its former glory.
Located amidst the serene landscapes of Baglung, Gaja Daha holds immense potential as a tourist destination. The initiative marks a significant step in preserving the area’s cultural and natural heritage while boosting local tourism.
