Archive · 6 Jun 2025
N C Ghosh Institute Demolished for Road Project, Replacement Planned
An old building called the N C Ghosh Institute is being torn down to make space for a new road.
This building was almost a century old and was used for community events.
The government is building a new, modern building nearby to replace it.
The new building will have parking, rooms, and a big hall for events.
Some people are sad to see the old building go, but others are happy about the new facilities.
The N C Ghosh Institute, a 95-year-old building, was demolished.
The demolition is to make way for the Khagaul-Bihta elevated road.
The institute was a center for community gatherings and events.
The railways will construct a new multi-purpose hall nearby.
Locals have expressed mixed reactions to the demolition.
- Who
- Demolition teams and the Danapur divisional railway manager (DRM).
- What
- Demolition of the N C Ghosh Institute for an elevated road project.
- When
- Demolition began on Thursday.
- Where
- Khagaul near Danapur station.
- Why
- To make way for the Khagaul-Bihta elevated road project.
Opponents
Supporters
Local Reactions to Demolition
Opponents
Laments the loss of a historic landmark.
Supporters
Welcomes improved infrastructure and recreational facilities.
- Location
- Khagaul near Danapur station
- Age of original building
- 95-year-old institute
- Project
- Khagaul-Bihta elevated road project
- Estimated cost of new facility
- Rs 12 crore
- Expected construction time
- Two years
- Hall seating capacity
- 400 to 500 people