Namchi, April 18: A grand Sobha Yatra was organised in Namchi on Friday to mark the commencement of the week-long International Jagni Maha Mahotsav, which will begin on April 19.
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| Devotees and spiritual leaders gather outside Shri Krishna Pranami Mangaldham in Namchi during the Sobha Yatra marking the start of the International Jagni Maha Mahotsav. (Image: DIO Namchi) |
The procession started from the premises of Shri Krishna Pranami Mangaldham and passed through Dalep and Temi Bazar before concluding at the dham. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from devotees, local leaders and members of the public.
The yatra was led by Mahanta Shree 108 Sudakar Maharaj ji and Mataji Vidushi Usha Ghimirey. Among the dignitaries present were Zilla Adhakshya Namchi Anjeeta Rajalim, Chairman (Science and Technology) N T Bhutia, former MLA G M Gurung and OSD to MLA Temi–Namphing Constituency Pradeen Tamang.
A large number of devotees from across Sikkim and neighbouring regions joined the procession, reflecting strong spiritual fervour and communal harmony.
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The upcoming Mahotsav will be addressed by renowned spiritual leader Shri Krishnamaniji Maharajshri of Nawatanpuridham in Jamnagar, Gujarat, who will attend as the principal speaker.
Chief Minister of Sikkim Prem Singh Tamang is also scheduled to attend the inaugural day of the spiritual event on April 19.
Officials said the International Jagni Maha Mahotsav will bring together spiritual leaders and devotees from different regions, promoting spiritual dialogue, cultural exchange and the message of unity and harmony.
