Kashi Mahashmashan: Mandatory Body Registration for Cremations, 24/7 Service

• Varanasi introduces mandatory body registration at Harishchandra Ghat and Manikarnika Ghat, Kashi's two major cremation grounds.
• The free 24/7 service requires full details of the deceased, cause of death, family information, and a witness.
• Relatives will receive a receipt, simplifying the process of obtaining death certificates.
• The system aims to account for every cremation, prevent criminal intent, and provide online data records.
• Varanasi Mayor Ashok Tiwari inaugurated the centers, highlighting benefits for families and improved record-keeping.

Why It Matters: Kashi's Mahashmashan now requires mandatory body registration for all cremations, enhancing transparency and record-keeping.