Patron Motilal Chhaparia Announces That This Year Marks the Sangh's 51st Year, a Contingent of 67 Devotees to Leave for Sultanganj on July 30 and Perform Jalabhishek in Deoghar on August 4
Muzaffarpur district holds a distinct identity on the cultural and spiritual canvas of Bihar. Immense devotion and dedication towards Lord Bhole Nath are witnessed among the Shiva devotees here. In this sequence, a crucially important meeting of Muzaffarpur's prestigious New Area Kanwar Sangh was organized. During this meeting, the patron of the Sangh, Motilal Chhaparia, announced that this year the Sangh is celebrating the 51st year of its establishment (approaching its Golden Jubilee). On this special occasion, carrying forward its tradition, the Sangh has made comprehensive preparations to dispatch a Kanwariya contingent to Deoghar this year as well.
Key Highlights of the Meeting and Address by Patron Motilal Chhaparia
Extensive discussions regarding the upcoming Shravan month yatra took place in this meeting of the New Area Kanwar Sangh. Presiding over the meeting and sharing the complete outline, Sangh patron Motilal Chhaparia stated that for the past 50 years, the Sangh has continuously organized Shiva devotees to undertake the yatra to Baidyanath Dham.
Glorious Journey of the 51st Year: Shri Chhaparia proudly stated that completing a 50-year journey and entering the 51st year is a tremendous milestone for any institution. To make this historical year memorable, the yatra this year will be organized in a much more grand and disciplined manner.
Nature and Discipline of the Contingent: This year, under the aegis of the New Area Kanwar Sangh, a dedicated contingent of 67 devotees will embark on this sacred yatra. All Kanwariyas included in the contingent will wear traditional saffron attire and strictly adhere to discipline while chanting 'Bam Bam Bhole'.
Complete Schedule of the Yatra
For the convenience of devotees and Sangh members, the complete schedule of the yatra has been finalized:
Departure on July 30: This 67-member contingent of the Sangh will depart from Muzaffarpur for Sultanganj on July 30 according to the scheduled time. Upon reaching Sultanganj, all Shiva devotees will fill holy water from the Uttarbhagini Ganga.
Kanwar Foot March: The arduous and sacred Kanwar yatra of approximately 105 kilometers from Sultanganj to Deoghar will be undertaken on foot. Arrangements for camps and resting places have been made at various points along the route for the convenience of Kanwariyas.
Jalabhishek on August 4: After completing the Kanwar yatra, this contingent will reach Baba Baidyanath Dham situated in Deoghar, Jharkhand, on August 4 and formally perform Jalabhishek of Lord Bhole Nath as per the scheduled time.
Immense Enthusiasm Among Devotees and Arrangements
Unprecedented enthusiasm has been observed among the Shiva devotees of Muzaffarpur regarding this 51st-year yatra of the New Area Kanwar Sangh. During the meeting, other members of the Sangh also discussed food and refreshment, medical assistance, lodging places, and security arrangements during the yatra in detail. Patron Motilal Chhaparia appealed to all members to make this yatra successful with mutual cooperation and brotherhood so that the blessings of Baba Garibnath and Baba Baidyanath remain upon everyone.
This meeting organized by the New Area Kanwar Sangh of Muzaffarpur and the departure of a contingent of 67 devotees from Sultanganj on July 30 on the occasion of the 51st year is proof that our Sanatan culture and religious traditions remain just as vibrant today. The Jalabhishek to be performed in Deoghar on August 4 will not only bring glory to Muzaffarpur's name but this yatra will also set an example of mutual harmony and devotion.
