A high-tech crematorium recently constructed in Shilaj, a growing residential locality in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, aims to offer improved access to last rites facilities for local residents. Costing Rs 17 crore and established by the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC), the crematorium emphasizes modern infrastructure and eco-friendly features. It boasts two CNG-based furnaces alongside four traditional wood-fired furnaces for cremations, along with amenities like parking, waiting areas, seating spaces, and a prayer hall for visitors.
Local residents have welcomed the new facility, noting its significance in bridging a longstanding gap in the area. Kamlesh, a resident, expressed satisfaction, stating that the proximity of the crematorium eliminates the need for long journeys during bereavement. Jitendra Patel also praised the infrastructure, highlighting the provision of modern facilities such as CNG and wood furnaces, a cafeteria for refreshments, and a dedicated prayer hall.
Spanning an area of nearly 12,000 square meters, the crematorium includes specific provisions for ash storage and additional conveniences like a cafeteria and drinking water facilities for the convenience of visitors coming from afar. Plans are underway to implement similar upgrades in five other locations across the city, as stated by Devang Dani, the former chairman of the Standing Committee of the AMC. The facility, situated near a lake in Shilaj, is envisioned to offer a serene and well-organized setting for mourning families, setting a benchmark for future projects in Ahmedabad.
