Shat Chandi Maha Yagya organized by Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board embarked upon at the Holy Cave Shrine of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Ji amidst the serene aura of spirituality and devotion besides, the performance of other religious ceremonies on the auspicious occasion of the beginning of ‘Chaitra Navratra’.
This sacred ritual performed at the Holy Cave Shrine spans across the nine-day long ‘Chaitra Navratra’ marking a significant milestone in the spiritual calendar of devotees worldwide and is being performed to foster harmony, abundance, and good health for all of humanity.
Anshul Garg, Chief Executive Officer, Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board; K. K. Sharma, Member, SMVDSB, Vikas Anand, SDM Bhawan, other officers and staff of the Shrine Board, besides a large number of pilgrims were present on the occasion.
The Yagya ceremony is being telecasted live on MH1 Shraddha from 12 Noon to 1 PM daily during Navratras.
The intricate floral arrangements, coupled with traditional motifs and embellishments, have been enhancing the divine ambiance of the shrine while evoking a sense of reverence and joy among the visiting devotees.
The Shrine Board has also made elaborate arrangements as per directions of Manoj Sinha, Lt. Governor JK-UT, Chairman SMVDSB for facilitating a large number of pilgrims who are expected to pay their obeisance at the Sanctum Sanctorum during Navratras.
These arrangements include round the clock water and power supply all along the tracks leading to the Shrine, sanitation, medicare and availability of special “fast related” food at the Board’s Bhojanalayas. Besides, all the routes leading to the Holy Cave Shrine are fully maintained for smooth movement of pilgrims.
The illumination of the Bhawan area with attractive and colourful lights has also been done. For the ease and comfort of pilgrims, facilities like the accommodation, battery operated vehicles, passenger ropeway and helicopter services are operating smoothly. The Shrine Board has also made arrangements for free food for the pilgrims at Tarakote Marg, Prasad Kendra at Sanjichatt, besides free Langar Sewa at Bhairon Ji.
To facilitate the smooth pilgrimage of Divyang pilgrims, Shri Mata vaishno devi Shrine Board is also providing free pony and battery car services to ensure their journey to holy shrine without hindrance.
Other special features of arrangements during these Navratra are bhajan and bhaint performances during morning and evening Atka Aarti by the renowned artists.
CEO Shrine Board constantly reviewing and monitoring the regulation of Yatra along with other arrangements all along the track and in the Bhawan Area and interacts with the pilgrims enquiring about the facilities made by the Shrine Board for their facilitation.
Rohit Shastri highlights importance of Baisakhi festival
Vaishakh Sankranti holds special significance in the ancient scriptures.
According to the scriptures, this Sankranti is known for atonement of various sins. Mahant Rohit Shastri, President (Jyotishacharya) of Shri Kailakh Jyotish avim Vedic Sansthan Trust, explained about Vaishakh Sankranti this year, stating that in the year 2024, the Sun will enter the Aries sign at 9:04 PM on Saturday, 13th April.
The auspicious time for Vaishakh Sankranti will begin at 2:40 PM on Saturday, 13th April. Therefore, performing prayers, meditation, bathing, and charity after 2:40 PM on 13th April will be auspicious.
In Punjab, the Vaishakh Sankranti is called Baisakhi, while in Assam it is known as Bihu, in Kerala as Vishu, and in West Bengal as Pohela Boishakh.On Vaishakha Sankranti, charity holds great importance. Donating pure ghee, sesame seeds, mustard oil, and blankets brings liberation.
Bathing in the Ganges, rivers, and lakes, and donating on the banks of the Ganges is considered highly auspicious. On this occasion, bathing in pilgrimage sites like Prayagraj and Ganga Sagar is termed as Maha Snan. If for any reason, you cannot bathe in holy rivers, then bathing at home with Ganga water is equally beneficial.
Vaishakh Sankranti Horoscope: This Sankranti will be auspicious for Aries, Taurus, Leo, Scorpio, Sagittarius, and Pisces signs. For other signs, it will be inauspicious.
Effects of Vaishakha Sankranti: This Sankranti will be auspicious for the lowly, thieves, dishonest people, politicians, and evil-doers. There will be an increase in robbery incidents.
There will be increased friction among political parties, political chaos, crop damage in northern India, earthquakes, heightened public anger, sudden demise of a prominent figure, and major accidents on the roads.
Special Considerations on Sankranti Day:One should avoid consuming any kind of tamasic substances, maintain celibacy, and stay away from alcohol and other intoxicants. Those observing fasts should avoid shaving, cutting nails, or trimming hair during this time.
It’s advisable not to wear belts, footwear, or leather items during prayers. Avoid wearing black clothes, as causing hurt to anyone is considered the greatest sin.
Wrong deeds not only harm your body but also have adverse effects on your future.Donate According to Your Zodiac Sign:Vaishakh Sankranti marks the entry of the Sun into the Aries sign, impacting each zodiac sign differently. Therefore, it’s crucial to donate items related to your zodiac sign. Here’s what to donate according to your sign:
Aries: Jaggery, peanuts, sesame seeds, copper items, and yogurt.
Taurus: White cloth, silver, and sesame seeds.
Gemini: Green gram, rice, yellow cloth, jaggery, and blanket.
Cancer: Silver, rice, white wool, sesame seeds, and white cloth.
Leo: Copper, jaggery, wheat, cow’s ghee, gold, and pearls.
Virgo: Rice, green gram or green cloth.
Libra: Diamonds, sugar, various grains, jaggery, and white cloth.
Scorpio: Coral, red cloth, red wool, yogurt, and sesame seeds.
Sagittarius: Clothes, rice, sesame seeds, yellow cloth, and jaggery.
Capricorn: Jaggery, rice, blanket, and sesame seeds.
Aquarius: Black cloth, black lentils, khichdi, blanket, ghee, and sesame seeds.
Pisces: Silk cloth, chickpeas, rice, and sesame seeds.
Mahant Rohit Shastri (Jyotishacharya), Chief, Shri Kailakh Jyotish avim Vedic Sansthan Trust (Registered), Raipur Thathri, Jammu Kashmir. Contact: 9858293195, 7006711011, 9796293195. Email: [email protected]
