Makar Sankranti celebrated in Amravati Dham
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Samvad Sutra, Sono(Jamui). Today, the festival of Makar Sankranti will be celebrated with enthusiasm and devotion in Panchpahadi of the block, situated in the lap of nature. Special preparations have been made on this occasion at Paramhans Rishi Ashram, Amravati Dham, located on Jhajha-Sono main road. The gathering of devotees and tourists will start from this morning itself at this picturesque place surrounded by black hills, due to which the entire area will echo with devotional chants.
It is noteworthy that Panchpahadi is famous throughout the district for its natural beauty. On the day of Makar Sankranti, this holy place turns into a big picnic spot. Not only local, but also people from far-flung districts come here with their families.
This place remains the first choice of people to enjoy spiritual peace and natural scenery. Keeping the tradition alive, this year also a grand Khichdi feast has been organized in Amravati Dham.
The tradition of Khichdi feast is decades old
Rajendra Rai, an active member of the organizing committee and a lover of religion, said that the tradition of Khichdi feast in Panchpahadi is decades old. This year two to three thousand devotees are expected to arrive. Under the guidance of Mata Sita, groups of local volunteers are engaged in service work with full dedication.
Mahaprasad of Khichdi prepared from two quintals of rice
Keeping in view the experience of previous years, this time the arrangements have been made more comprehensive. Let it be known that last year Mahaprasad of Khichdi was prepared from about two quintals of rice. Keeping in view the increasing number of devotees this year, the quantity of ration and other materials has been increased so that no visitor visiting the Dham is inconvenienced.
Volunteers will be deployed at the local level to control the crowd and facilitate the traffic system. A unique glimpse of social harmony will be seen in this festival which will last till evening. People coming here will not only offer prayers but will also share the joy of the first festival of the new year in the company of nature.