Juhu Gaon villagers rue loss of cultural identity

Juhu Gaon villagers rue loss of cultural identity
Juhu Gaon, also known as Sector-11, is losing its holy status. The reason behind it is the rising number of Lodges and Bars in the vicinity. The villagers here are now worrying how they will sustain their culture and identity.
One of the villagers says, "Juhu Gaon is known for Mari Aai temple. Once known as a holy village it has today turned into a village of Lodges and Bars. In present scenario there are four lodges running in the village namely Sankalp. Sharan, Sai Parikrama and Sapna and five to six huge bars. In and around Juhu Gaon are sectors 10, 11 and 12, which are completely residential complexes. Hence there is no reason for lodges and bars to be here".
"An year back when Sapna Lodge was going to be opened we had protested against it and the work was stopped. However later the lodge came up. When the authorities were aware of our disapproval of the project, how was NOC issued to open and run the place," he asks.
The villagers rue that with the rising number of Lodges and Bars youths of the village straying in wrong direction. They consume liquor and engage in all sorts of bad habits. "If this if not stopped today, the true culture and tradition of the village will be lost forever," he adds.