Kullu Dasehra Festival Begins with Grand Rath Yatra Led by Maheshwar Singh, Thousands Join in Devotion

Kullu Dasehra Festival Begins with Grand Rath Yatra Led by Maheshwar Singh, Thousands Join in Devotion

Kullu, October 14: The historic and world-famous Kullu Dasehra Festival commenced today with the grand Rath Yatra, led by Maheshwar Singh, the head of the royal family and descendant of the former rulers of the Rupi (Kullu) valley. The sacred idols of Lord Raghunath, Sita, Hanuman, and other deities were brought from their sanctum in Sultanpur to Dhalpur in a beautifully decorated palanquin.

As per tradition, the procession was initiated after a flag signal was given by Goddess Bhekhali from a nearby hill at sunset. Hundreds of devotees enthusiastically pulled the Rath (chariot) carrying the idols from the Rath ground to the camp temple of Lord Raghunath, located in the center of the Dasehra ground.

Amid chants of “Jai Shree Ram,” the atmosphere was filled with devotion as the palanquins of various deities, accompanied by traditional bands, joined Lord Raghunath in the procession. Notably, the deity Dhumbal Naag, a protector deity, took charge of maintaining order, ensuring the smooth passage of the Rath through the crowd of thousands.

Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla, Supreme Court Justice Sanjay Karol, Deputy CM Mukesh Agnihotri, and other dignitaries were present to witness the magnificent Rath Yatra. The arrival of Goddess Hadimba from Manali at Sultanpur further added to the ceremonial grandeur, and traditional rituals followed her arrival.

The procession was escorted by police and home guard personnel, leading the way from Sultanpur through Sarwari and Lower Dhalpur to Rath Ground. Along the route, residents paid their respects to Lord Raghunath and the other deities, making it a memorable and spiritually uplifting event for all present.

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