Chief Minister Nayab Singh performed Deep Daan at Brahma Sarovar alongwith Gita Maha Pujan

Nayab Singh Saini, Manohar Lal, Gita Manishi Swami Gyananand Ji Maharaj performed Maha Aarti

5 Dariya News

Kurukshetra 11-Dec-2024

During the International Gita Mahotsav at Dharmakshetra-Kurukshetra, Haryana, Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini, Union Minister Sh Manohar Lal, Gita Manishi Swami Gyananand Ji Maharaj, performed a ‘Deep Daan’ ceremony along with Gita Maha Pujan on the sacred banks of Brahma Sarovar amidst blowing of conches and the chanting of mantras.

The Deepotsav was the main highlight of the evening's Maha Aarti. During the Deepotsav, thousands of lamps were lit on the sacred banks of Sannihit Sarovar and Brahma Sarovar. Additionally, lamps were also illuminated at Kurukshetra and other pilgrimage sites along the 48 Kos.

While extending his wishes to the people of the state on the occasion of Deepotsav and Gita Jayanti celebrations, Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini said that the celebration of Gita Jayanti in Dharmakshetra-Kurukshetra was truly remarkable this year. He highlighted how the Deepotsav, along with the sight of Brahma Sarovar and Kurukshetra adorned with a garland of thousands of lamps, created an inspiring view. 

He further emphasized that Lord Sh Krishna delivered his message of peace during the Mahabharata war on the very land of Kurukshetra, a message that continues to illuminate the world today through the teachings of the Gita. "Such a message of peace amidst the war of Mahabharata is unparalleled in history," he added.

During the International Gita Mahotsav, the recitation of verses from the holy Gita began before the Gita and Brahma Sarovar Aarti. With the cooperation of various organizations, thousands of lamps were lit at both Sannihit Sarovar and Brahma Sarovar. 

The entire bank of Brahma Sarovar was illuminated, creating a beautiful and mesmerizing view . This Mahotsav, being a festival for the common people, reflects the commendable efforts of the Kurukshetra administration and the Kurukshetra Development Board (KDB).