Death is one of the toughest things one has to experience in life. This is the time when the main concern is to find a decent and honorable place to pay the last respects. Delhi, being a culturally and historically diverse city, has several places or burning ghat which are peaceful and appropriate for the cremation. Below are among the best cremation grounds which are located in Delhi and are characterized by certain distinguishing features.
Nigambodh Ghat
Nigambodh Ghat is one of the most famous and ancient burning ghats in Delhi. Sited on the right bank of the river Yamuna, the place has historical as well as religious importance. Facilities for both the conventional burning of the dead body on a pyre and electrical crematorium are available at the ghat. The environment of the place and being a river, the Yamuna is preferred by many families for this reason. The history of Nigambodh Ghat is associated with the legend that it is the place where the first fire sacrifice was conducted by Lord Brahma.
Facilities:
Wood pyre cremation is yet another convention of the death rites of the ancient people.
Electric crematorium
Adequate parking space
Another factor that has an impact is availability of priests and other ritual services.
Lodhi Road Crematorium
Lodhi Road Crematorium is another crematorium located in the city and has good facilities and the environment is serene. Others are situated near major residential estates, so many families will not find it hard to access the school. The crematorium provides the electric cremation and CNG cremation that is environmentally friendly compared to other types of cremation. The gardens and the environment are clean and quiet, which makes it a suitable place for relatives and friends to pay their last respect.
Facilities:
Electric and Compressed Natural Gas cremation
Prayer halls
Waiting rooms
Parking facilities
24/7 service availability
Green Park Crematorium
Another famous cremation ground in the southern part of Delhi is Green Park Crematorium, which is also appreciated for a rather fast turnover and calm ambiance. It also includes the provision for both the conventional and the contemporary trends in cremation processes. The planning and arrangement of the place together with the polite employees make sure that the last rites are done decently and in a manner that will be sensitive to the feelings of the bereaved.
Facilities:
Established mode of burning and the modern technique of cremating the dead through the use of electricity.
Sufficient and comfortable chairs for the visitors
Sanitary and hygienically maintained area
If any ritual supplies are required they should be available to the ritual participants.
Punjabi Bagh Crematorium
Punjabi Bagh Crematorium is in West Delhi and is famous for its vast and calm environment. It also has the usual wooden structure cremation and the electrical one as well. The ground is quite cosy and can accommodate the last rites and all other rituals easily. The workers in Punjabi Bagh crematorium are well-mannered and caring to families so that they can have a decent last moment with their dead.
Facilities:
Burying and burning both of the dead and different items and goods
Large prayer halls
Parking space
Offering of ritual services
Sarai Kale Khan Crematorium
Sarai Kale Khan Crematorium is one of the biggest cremation facilities in Delhi for both electric as well as conventional cremations. It lies close to the Sarai Kale Khan Inter-State Bus Terminal hence easily accessible. The crematorium is well facilitated and has all the contemporary facilities that are required in performing the last rites. The staff here are caring and ensure that families go through the tough periods with ease.
Facilities:
Electric cremation
Traditional wood pyre
Well-maintained grounds
The accessibility of priests and ritual supplies
Delhi’s cremation grounds are equipped to provide a dignified and respectful farewell to loved ones. From the historical Nigambodh Ghat to the modern facilities at Lodhi Road Crematorium, each site offers unique features to cater to the diverse needs of the families. Choosing the right cremation ground helps ensure that the final rites are conducted with the utmost respect and dignity, providing solace and peace to the bereaved.
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