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Ganga Dip & Ravidas Birthplace Draws Global Crowds
1 Feb
Summary
- Millions bathed in Ganga and celebrated Ravidas's 649th birth anniversary.
- International devotees gathered at Sant Ravidas's birthplace in Seer Gowardhanpur.
- Tight security and drone monitoring ensured smooth conduct of events.
Millions of devotees converged on the banks of the Ganga in Varanasi for a holy dip on Maghi Purnima, an event that coincided with grand celebrations for the 649th birth anniversary of Sant Ravidas. The birthplace of Sant Ravidas in Seer Gowardhanpur saw an immense gathering, attracting people from across the globe.
The three-day celebration for Sant Ravidas gained momentum with significant rituals. Sant Mandeep Das led the events, including the hoisting of a 120-foot tall 'Hari Nishan' flag, a symbol of the Ravidasiya religion, on the temple premises. Devotees recited the Ravidas Amritvani and participated in a concluding aarti.
Attendees traveled from various Indian states and abroad, joining separate queues for men and women for darshan. A large fair at the park commemorating Sant Ravidas's birthplace offered discourses, bhajan kirtans, and stalls selling religious items. Thousands were also served prasad from the temple's langar, adding to the communal spirit of the festivities.
