Devotee walks 5 km with National Flag on shoulder in Karni Temple procession, cheers erupt
In a heartwarming display of devotion, a devotee walks 5 km with the National Flag on their shoulder during the Karni Temple procession as cheers erupt in celebration. The vibrant Phag Utsav festival honoring Baba Shyam unites followers in a spiritual journey from Raja Talab’s Rani Sati Temple to Shri Khatushyam Temple, resonating with chants of ‘Jai Shri Shyam’ along the way. Join us as we delve into the colorful tapestry of the Phagun Shyam Mahotsav celebrations filled with rituals, puja, and unwavering faith. Devotees Celebrate Phag Utsav in Honor of Khatushyam Baba In a show of unwavering devotion and reverence, devotees of Khatushyam Baba embarked on a pilgrimage on Tuesday from Raja Talab’s Rani Sati Temple to the revered Shri Khatushyam Temple. The air was filled with the resonating chants of ‘Jai Shri Shyam’ as the procession, marking the commencement of the beloved festival of Baba Shyam, made its way to the Shri Khatushyam Temple in Samta Colony. Followers seized the opportunity to offer their wishes to Baba Shyam by marking a sign on his shoulder during the procession, a symbolic gesture of their deep faith and connection. The procession, which passed through various societies and organizations, was met with showers of flowers and adoration at every turn. It was a sight to behold as devotees, carrying the National Flag on their shoulder, walked 5 km to the Karni Temple as a mark of their devotion. The upcoming days hold even more significance as special adornment darshan of Baba Shyam is set to take place, with artisans from Kolkata working tirelessly to prepare for the occasion. Devotees will have the opportunity to continue offering their marks of respect during the ritual of Jat Dhok Pujan and Akhand Jyoti Path on Thursday morning. Spiritual leaders and organizations such as Shyam Prachar Mandal actively participated in the Phagun Shyam Mahotsav, adding to the fervor and sanctity of the celebrations. The procession from Karni Temple to Rajasthan Bhavan was a poignant journey filled with rituals and puja at various stops, culminating in the puja and archna of Khatushyam Baba at Rajasthan Bhavan, where a truly devotional atmosphere was fostered. The Karni Temple procession served as a significant and cherished part of the Phagun Shyam Mahotsav festivities, underscoring the deep-rooted faith and devotion that devotees hold for Khatushyam Baba.