Varanasi, Aug. 11 -- Shri Kashi Vishwanath Dham in Varanasi, which is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas, was declared a completely plastic-free complex on Monday in the presence of Chief Executive Officer Vishwa Bhushan Mishra, Deputy Collector Shambhu Sharan, Special Executive Officer and other officials.

All the flower-garland sellers of Dhundhiraj and Mata Vishalakshi temple area from Gate No. 4 near the Dham were also informed about the "Plastic Free Dham" campaign.

From today, August 11, 2025, entry into the temple premises with any kind of plastic will be completely prohibited. Entry will not be allowed even with plastic baskets, plastic lota, etc. It is worth noting that the Temple Trust has been running a campaign continuously for a mo...