For the first time, the Haryana government organised live streaming of the International Gita Mahotsav at five major pilgrimage sites across the country. Deputy Commissioner, Kurukshetra, Neha Singh said that the Mahotsav’s events, held from December 5 to 11, 2024 were broadcast online, allowing thousands of devotees visiting these sites to witness the celebrations.
Initiative was led by the Department of Information, Public Relations, Languages, and Culture ensuring the Mahotsav reached devotees beyond Kurukshetra. Visitors commended Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini for the efforts. The Deputy Commissioner said that the International Gita Mahotsav has gained immense popularity not only in India but across the globe.
Every devotee is eager to join this festival, with lakhs traveling to Kurukshetra in person and crores joining online through platforms like websites, Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. This year, as part of a unique initiative, the Public Relations Department sent five promotional Chariots to key pilgrimage sites, including Shree Jagannatha Temple in Odisha, Shri Banke Bihari Mandir, Vrindavan (UP), Krishna Janmasthan Temple in Mathura, Dwarkadhish Temple in Gujarat, and Thikana Mandir Shree Govind Dev Ji in Jaipur (Rajasthan).
These vehicles were equipped with large LED screens and internet connectivity, ensuring seamless viewing of various Mahotsav events. Devotees at these sites could enjoy the daily Vaishvik Gita Path, the Maha Aarti at Brahma Sarovar in Kurukshetra, cultural performances from the main stage, Odisha pavilions and cultural programs of Haryana Pavilion, the Gita seminar at Kurukshetra University, the 48 Kos Tirtha Sammelan, and events like Deepdaan and Deepotsav. An online live link was prepared for the convenience of devotees, enabling them to experience the Mahotsav from these pilgrimage locations.
Under the directives of Director General, Information, Public Relations, Languages and Culture department, Sh. K. Makarand Pandurang, officers were deputed to oversee arrangements at these five pilgrimage sites to ensure smooth live streaming and coordination.