The Hindu 02.02.2011
Modernised gasifier crematorium to be opened by month-end
It will have a hall for conducting rituals, a prayer hall and a parking lot
The modernised gasifier crematorium constructed at a cost of Rs. 45 lakh in Hosur, near Alasanatham lake, on Bangalore National Highway would be opened by month-end, J. Alphonse, Municipal Engineer, said here on Tuesday.
He told The Hindu that the crematorium would have a burning chamber, hall for conducting rituals, a prayer hall, toilets, bathrooms and a parking lot.
A garden would also be opened on the crematorium campus.
The crematorium project was worked out at an estimated cost of Rs.45 lakh under the Part II Scheme during the year 2007-08. Of this, Rs. 20 lakh was provided by the Government and the remaining Rs. 25 lakh through the general funds of the Municipality.
The construction work was started in September 2008 and concluded six months ago.
The project was undertaken by the Chennai-based ARM Engineering Company.
The Municipality has tied with the Rotary Club in Hosur for the maintenance of the crematorium.
The public would be charged Rs. 1,200 for cremating a body. A resolution in this connection would be passed at the council meeting of the Hosur Municipality soon, Mr. Alphonse said.
He also said that the architectural plan was given by Anna University, Chennai.
