Ancient 'Gadha Ashram' in Sultanpur, where Buddha preached, lies neglected

• Sultanpur's 'Gadha Ashram', a site where Mahatma Buddha once stayed and preached, is in a state of severe neglect.
• Chinese traveler Xuanzang mentioned this historically significant site in his diary, highlighting its ancient importance.
• The ashram, located 15 km from Sultanpur district headquarters in Kudwar, lacks basic infrastructure like paved roads, making access difficult.
• There are no toilet facilities, forcing female visitors to use nearby jungles, posing safety risks due to wild animals; electricity is also scarce.
• Locals are demanding that the government develop the ashram as a tourist destination with proper roads, electricity, and sanitation to preserve its heritage.