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This is the fourth in a series of articles describing how KYI Capital Campaign contributions are being used to restore Muktidham.

The second-floor balcony facing South is where Bapuji would stand and silently great his disciples below. This sight would always bring a smile to his face. Over time the joists and timber succumbed to dry-rot.

Here are some pictures of the balcony damage.

Dry-rot of balcony beams
Dry-rot of support beams

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The entire deck needed to be replaced to ensure safety going forward.

New balcony without deck
New balcony with deck

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Every attempt was made to preserve the original appearance of the building.