Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Feb 15: As usual, Samohik Shivratri Festival was celebrated in Sanjeevani Sharda Kendra at Anand Nagar Bohri near here today.
The function was presided over by noted Jyotish Pt. Omkar Nath Shastri and Ex Chancellor of Jagat Guru Ramananda Charya University, Jaipur Dr Ramanujan Devnathan was the chief guest, while Shri Radheydasji of Shri Govind Ji Godimatth was the guest of honour.
On the occasion chief guest Dr. Ramanujan spoke on the significance of Shivratri. He said that Shivratri is the manifestation of social & cultural ethos of India . Representing ‘Shiv Parivar ‘ as the symbol of ‘ unity in diversity, he said this age old tradition is as relevant today as it was in ancient times. He laid emphasis upon self introspection and educated masses about importance of Vedas.
Noted social worker of Godimatth Sh Radheydasji said Shivratri is the universal festival. It represents family affection, social unity, cultural upliftment and mental elevation. He said that the essence of Shivratri should be passed on to the young generation to make them feel universal oneness.
Noted Sanskrit scholar Jotshi Omkar Nath Shastri spoke in detail on the Hindu Sanskriti and Sanskars. He said it is the ‘Sanskars’ which civilizes an individual. Highlighting the significance of Shivratri, he said that Shivratri represents thousands of years of culture continuity of Hindus of Kashmir. He raised some inspirational question for safe guarding Kashmir culture in present times.
Noted singer S L Sidha enthralled the audience with his melodious Shiv Bhajans.
A photo exhibition regarding different aspects of ‘Sun God’ was represented by B B Sher and H K Sidha. The exhibition was highly praised by the audience.
Earlier the function started with welcome address by Prof. T N Shalla and T N Pandita Chairman of Kendra presented the vote of thanks. The programme was compared by Dr. M.K.Bharat and the prassad was served after conclusion of the function.
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