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Bihar Govt Faces Criticism Over Crematorium Charges
✍️ Amar Ujala · Patna
🗓 26 Jun 2026, 09:02 PM
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The opposition in Bihar is questioning the NDA government over the high charges at a state-funded crematorium, demanding to know why a facility built with public money is so expensive for last rites.
The NDA government in Bihar is facing criticism from the opposition regarding the operational costs of a crematorium. The opposition is demanding an explanation for the perceived high charges at a facility reportedly built using public funds.
Questions have been raised about the pricing structure, with specific mention of a ₹3,500 charge for conducting last rites. The opposition argues that a crematorium established with taxpayer money should not impose such significant fees on grieving families.
This issue has become a point of contention, with the opposition highlighting the discrepancy between public funding and the cost incurred by citizens for essential services like cremation.
Questions have been raised about the pricing structure, with specific mention of a ₹3,500 charge for conducting last rites. The opposition argues that a crematorium established with taxpayer money should not impose such significant fees on grieving families.
This issue has become a point of contention, with the opposition highlighting the discrepancy between public funding and the cost incurred by citizens for essential services like cremation.