Nine-Day Ram Katha Festival in Gonda; CM Yogi to Attend on November 20
Gonda gears up for a nine-day Ram Katha festival, with Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath confirmed to attend.
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Preparations in Final Stages for Grand Ram Katha Festival
The city of Gonda, a hub of religion and spirituality, is in the final stages of preparation for a grand nine-day Shri Ram Katha Mahotsav. The event, set to take place from November 17 to November 25, will feature international orator Pujya Rajan Ji Maharaj narrating the glories of Lord Rama.
Chief Minister's Participation Confirmed
On Wednesday, Mahant Alok Das Ji Maharaj, President of Shri Chitrakoot Balaji Trust and Shri Shyama Shyam Ju Trust, met with the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Yogi Adityanath, at his Lucknow residence. Yoga guru Swami Ramdev of Patanjali Yogpeeth was also present during the meeting.
Mahant Alok Das Ji Maharaj formally extended an invitation to the Chief Minister for the Katha festival. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has confirmed his attendance on November 20.
Event Venue and Arrangements
The nine-day Shri Ram Katha Mahotsav will be held at the Chinmay Gramodya Vidya Mandir Inter College campus in Jayanagar, located in the Khargupur area. Extensive security and logistical arrangements are being made to accommodate the large number of expected devotees.
Organizers are committed to ensuring that attendees have a comfortable and seamless experience. The focus is on providing a well-managed event with no inconvenience to the pilgrims.
Cultural Programs and Grand Feast Planned
Following the nine days of Katha, special cultural programs are scheduled for November 26 and 27. The grand festival will conclude on November 28 with a large community feast (Bhandara), which will commence at 8 AM and continue as per divine will.
Under the leadership of Mahant Alok Das Ji Maharaj, the upcoming festival has generated widespread enthusiasm among the local population.