is progressing rapidly. Following construction of the Ram Temple, there has been an unprecedented surge in the number of devotees, with lakhs of visitors from across India and abroad arriving daily to pay homage to Ramlala. To accommodate this growing influx and ensure smooth and safe traffic flow, the government is undertaking multiple infrastructure projects, including the construction and widening of key routes such as Ram Path, Bhakti Path, Janmabhoomi Path, and now Bharat Path. Work is also underway to widen the Panchkosi and Chaudashkosi Parikrama routes.

The Bharat Path will stretch approximately 20 km, beginning at the Ranopali railway crossing along Ram Path and extending to Bharatkund via Vidyakund and Darshannagar on the Prayagraj Highway. Currently a two-lane road, the plan calls for widening the route to include 9-meter lanes on both sides and a 2.5-meter central divider. This design will ensure the road is not only smooth but also safe and well-organized for traffic management. Bharat Path will be developed with grandeur and devotion akin to Ram Path, providing devotees with a spiritually enriching experience.

Bharatkund holds a special place in the Ramayana. It is believed that during Lord Ram’s exile, his younger brother Bharat performed penance here for 14 years. Upon Ram’s return from exile, he conducted the Pind Daan ceremony for their father, King Dasharatha, at this sacred site. The location is also home to a mythological lake that draws numerous devotees. Pilgrims from Purvanchal and Prayagraj especially visit Bharatkund for darshan and worship. With the construction of Bharat Path, devotees will enjoy easier access, making their spiritual journey to Ayodhya more convenient.

SP Bharti, Executive Engineer of the Public Works Department’s Provincial Section, stated that the Detailed Project Report (DPR) for Bharat Path has been submitted to the headquarters. The estimated cost of the project is ₹900 crore. Work will commence as soon as approval is granted. Additionally, floodlighting will be installed along the route to ensure proper illumination.