Mayawati Demands Halt to Senior Care Centre Construction in Moradabad’s Buddha Park Over Community Concerns
BSP chief Mayawati demands stopping a senior care centre's construction in Moradabad’s Gautam Buddha Park to preserve its cultural significance. She also urges the government to address reservation policy concerns in medical education.
Stop Construction of Senior Care Centre in Moradabad’s Buddha Park: Mayawati's Demand
BSP president Mayawati has called for the immediate halt of a senior care centre construction project at Gautam Buddha Park in Moradabad. This marks the second demand within a week to scrap development plans on Buddha parks established by the BSP government across various cities.
Earlier, on August 31, she criticized the proposed construction of a Shivalaya Park within Kanpur's Buddha Park as inappropriate, later welcoming the project's cancellation.
Significance of Gautam Buddha Park
The Tathagata Gautam Buddha Park, located in Manyavar Shri Kanshiram Ji Nagar, Moradabad, holds deep importance for Buddhists, followers of Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar, and Manyawar Shri Kanshiram Ji. It's a cultural and spiritual hub for the Bahujan Samaj and other communities.
According to Mayawati, the municipal corporation's plan to build a senior care centre in this park has sparked public anger and unrest. She urges the government to stop construction to preserve peace and community harmony.
Reservation Policy Concerns
Mayawati also highlighted issues concerning reservations in medical education under the Special Component Plan. The Government of India established four medical colleges in Uttar Pradesh with 70% of seats reserved for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes as per official instructions.
However, a recent court order mandates 21% reservation for Scheduled Castes and 2% for Scheduled Tribes in these colleges, aligning with the reservation policy of other medical colleges. She urged the Uttar Pradesh government to present factual information to the court and seek cancellation of this order to protect the interests of weaker sections.
Implications for Construction and Community Projects
- Construction projects in culturally significant parks require careful consideration of community sentiments.
- Urban planners and developers should engage with local stakeholders before initiating projects in heritage or faith-based locations.
- Legal and policy aspects, such as reservation rules, can impact project approvals and community support.
For professionals involved in real estate and construction, this situation underscores the importance of balancing development objectives with cultural sensitivity and regulatory compliance.
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