Rajnath Singh to Visit Ayodhya for Guru Purnima Mahamahotsav
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh visits Ayodhya to attend the Saints' Conference and inaugurate the new Shrinarayana Sanskrit Mahavidyalaya building.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is set to arrive in the holy city of Ayodhya this Monday to participate in a series of significant religious and educational events. His visit centers around the Shri Guru Purnima Mahamahotsav and a high-profile Saints' Conference, marking a major moment in the ongoing Guru Parv Mahotsav celebrations.
Seeking Divine Blessings in the City of Lord Ram
In a personal update shared via social media, the Defence Minister expressed his spiritual intent for the trip. He noted that he would be staying in Ayodhya to seek the blessings of the city's most revered deities. "Today, I will be staying in the city of Lord Rama, Ayodhya. Along with the darshan of Shri Ram Lala, I will also have the good fortune of the darshan of Shri Hanuman Ji," Singh shared on X.
Inauguration of Historic Sanskrit Institution
Beyond the religious festivities, Rajnath Singh's itinerary includes a significant contribution to the region's educational landscape. He is scheduled to officially inaugurate the newly constructed building of the Shrinarayana Sanskrit Mahavidyalaya located at the Udasin Rishi Ashram in Ranopali.
The institution holds deep historical roots in Ayodhya, with its legacy spanning over a century:
- 1912: The Sanskrit school was originally established.
- 1934: The institution received formal recognition as a Sanskrit college.
The new campus is designed to bolster the study of Sanskrit and expand the academic reach of the historic school.
Concluding the Guru Parv Mahotsav
The Minister's visit coincides with the grand finale of the Guru Parv Mahotsav, which has been in progress since September 27. The festival at the Udasin Rishi Ashram has been characterized by a rich tapestry of spiritual activities, including:
- Continuous recitation of the Ramcharitmanas.
- Devotional Bhagwat Katha sessions.
- A Sant Sammelan (Saints' Conference) bringing together spiritual leaders.
The concluding ceremony is expected to be a high-profile event, with Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath also anticipated to participate in the proceedings. This visit highlights Ayodhya's evolving role as a central hub for both religious tradition and cultural preservation following the inauguration of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi temple complex.