Archive · 18 Jun 2025
Iconic Varanasi Eateries Demolished for Road Expansion
In Varanasi, two popular food shops, Chachi Ki Dukan and Pahelwan Lassi, were torn down.
This happened because the government is making the road bigger.
The shops were in the way of the new road, so they had to go.
The government had warned the shop owners before.
Many people are sad because they loved the food and the shops were famous.
People, including celebrities, visited Pahelwan Lassi.
For many in Varanasi, Chachi Ki Dukan was a part of the city's culture.
Iconic Varanasi eateries, Chachi Ki Dukan and Pahelwan Lassi shop, were demolished.
Demolition was part of an encroachment removal drive for road expansion.
The Public Works Department (PWD) issued prior notices regarding encroachment.
Pahelwan Lassi was famous, attracting visitors including film stars and politicians.
Chachi Ki Dukan was established in 1915 and a part of Kashi’s cultural soul.
- Who
- The Public Works Department (PWD) carried out the demolition.
- What
- Two iconic eateries were demolished for a road expansion project.
- When
- Demolition occurred recently, with notices issued a month prior.
- Where
- Varanasi, near Lanka Chauraha on BHU Road.
- Why
- To widen the road from Lahartara to Bhikharipur Tiraha and Bhelupur Vijaya Mall.
Concerns Over Demolition
Road Development Justification
Impact on Local Culture vs. Development
Concerns Over Demolition
Loss of cultural heritage and beloved local businesses.
Road Development Justification
Road expansion and urban development are necessary for progress.
- Shops Demolished
- Chachi Ki Dukan and Pahelwan Lassi
- Location
- Varanasi, near Lanka Chauraha
- Project
- Four-lane road expansion
- PWD Notices
- Multiple notices issued
- Pahelwan Lassi Fans
- Akshay Kumar, Rajesh Khanna, Sanjay Mishra, Anurag Kashyap, Manoj Tiwari and Ravi Kishan
- Chachi Ki Dukan admirers
- Priyanka Gandhi, Dimple Yadav