###Thousands Perform Deepdaan and Offer Devotion to Bhairav Ji on the Sacred Land of Udaipur
Jagadguru Pujyapad Shri Vasant Vijayanand Giri Ji Maharaj’s blessings received by Shree Ji Huzoor and Minister Shri Gautam Dak
Udaipur:As thousands of oil lamps were lit together by devotees, and the resonant chanting of sacred mantras flowed from the lotus lips of Jagadguru Pujyapad Shri Vasant Vijayanand Giri Ji Maharaj, the atmosphere transformed into one of divine transcendence—creating the feeling that Lord Bhairav Himself had descended to bless His devotees. This spiritually charged scene unfolded on the seventh day of the Shri Eklingji Shiv Puran Katha, narrated by the Krishnagiri Peethadhishwar Jagadguru Shri Vasant Vijayanand Giri Ji Maharaj, leaving the massive gathering immersed in devotion.
Organising Committee President Nanalal Baya and General Secretary Devendra Mehta informed that Jagadguru Dev led an uninterrupted mantra recitation for nearly 25 minutes. Devotees deeply experienced the presence and grace of Lord Bhairav during this special spiritual practice conducted to seek Bhairav Kripa.
Under the sacred guidance of Jagadguru Shri Vasant Vijayanand Giri Ji Maharaj, the Shri Mahalakshmi Kumkumarchan Yagya Pooja Sadhna Mahamotsav continues with ever-increasing participation. Thousands of devotees are attending daily and partaking in the community meal (prasadi), reflecting the growing spiritual fervour.
Lord Shiva Called Only One Devotee “Mother” – The Story of Punitavati
During the Shiv Puran Katha, Pujyapad Gurudev narrated the deeply moving life story of Punitavati, highlighting her unwavering devotion to Lord Shiva.
Punitavati’s husband once brought home two mangoes and instructed her to keep them safe. Known for his short temper, he soon left the house. During his absence, a sanyasi arrived seeking alms. Being deeply religious, Punitavati did not wish to send the ascetic away empty-handed. With no cooked food available, she offered one of the mangoes to the sanyasi.
Concerned about her husband’s reaction yet firm in her devotion, Punitavati prayed to Lord Shiva, who manifested another delicious mango by His grace. When her husband returned, she offered him both mangoes. After tasting them, he noticed a remarkable difference and questioned their source. Upon hearing the truth, he became enraged and demanded proof by asking her to bring yet another mango from Shiva. Punitavati again prayed, and Shiva granted her another mango.
Instead of believing, her husband’s anger deepened, and he abandoned her. Heartbroken, Punitavati immersed herself completely in Shiva devotion. Years later, her husband returned with another wife and a child, seeking forgiveness. This shattered Punitavati internally. She prayed to Lord Shiva to take away her youth and physical beauty, asking for a ghostly form and complete surrender at His feet.
By Shiva’s boon, Punitavati transformed into a skeletal form—becoming the only Shiv devotee in the universe whom Lord Shiva addressed as “Mother.” She travelled from the south to Mount Kailash on her hands, performing intense penance. Pleased, Lord Shiva granted her immortality and eternal worship. Even today, her temple exists in South India amid a forest of banyan trees, revered by devotees.
Shree Ji Huzoor Receives Blessings of Jagadguru Dev
During the Katha, Shree Ji Huzoor, Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar, the 77th Diwan of Eklingji and a prominent member of the Mewar royal family, visited Jagadguru Shri Vasant Vijayanand Giri Ji Maharaj. He received blessings, offered a garland, and was bestowed with a Samriddhi Kalash by Gurudev, who showered him with wishes of prosperity and well-being. Shree Ji Huzoor stood reverently through the entire discourse, absorbing the spiritual essence.
After the Katha, in the presence of thousands of devotees, Shree Ji Huzoor offered floral tributes before the 25-foot tall grand replica of Maharana Pratap installed at the Mahamotsav venue.
Dignitaries Seek Blessings
Rajasthan Government’s Minister for Cooperation and Civil Aviation, Shri Gautam Dak, along with Narayan Seva Sansthan’s International President, Shri Prashant Agarwal, also sought the blessings of Jagadguru Shri Vasant Vijayanand Giri Ji Maharaj. The organising committee felicitated all dignitaries with traditional uparnas and mementoes. Prominent committee members present included Shankesh Jain, Devendra Mehta, Mukesh Chelawat, Ritesh Jain, Rajkumar Jain, and others.
Maha Purnahuti of Shri Mahalakshmi Kumkumarchan Mahayagya on Monday
The Shri Mahalakshmi Koti Kumkumarchan Pooja and Mahayagya Mahotsav, which commenced on 28 December at Meera Nagar, will conclude with its grand Maha Purnahuti on Monday, 5 January. Under the divine guidance of Jagadguru Shri Vasant Vijayanand Giri Ji Maharaj, the nine-day religious festival—featuring daily spiritual practices, Mahalakshmi Yagya, and Shiv Puran Katha—will conclude with full Vedic rituals and ceremonies.
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