Among other social-work closest to my heart is the Pashupati Area Development Trust (PADT). Closely involved in each and every step of the development process, I have felt that this is a cause that has touched the hearts of Hindus all over the world.
During my tenure as Member secretary of PADT, I had an opportunity to initiate the Ten Year Development Master Plan to develop this Holy site as a major destination for Religious Tourism. In my one and half years of working, almost 60 percent of the Master Plan was completed.
The major task was to clear the unauthorized encroachment of the Shrine by the local community. Almost one hundred and twenty illegal constructions were demolished in and around the temple area. Today, everybody can see the change and feel the difference. This is the best social project I have been ever involved, which has given me immense satisfaction.
