'Jai Chitragupt' Chants Echo At Shri Chitragupt Dham As Devotees Gather For Foundation Day

Lucknow witnessed a grand celebration on Sunday as the foundation day of Shri Chitragupt Dham in Jhoolelal Vatika was marked with immense devotion and enthusiasm. Thousands of devotees congregated at the shrine, chanting "Jai Chitragupt" in unison, to pay their respects to the revered deity. The day commenced with special prayers and a thought-provoking religious discourse dedicated to Lord Chitragupt, setting the tone for the festivities that followed.

A community havan was held, signifying the unity of the Kayastha community and emphasizing the importance of social awareness and political consciousness. The highlight of the event was the mesmerizing Ganga-style aarti performed at the Gomti river's Ghat, drawing a large crowd who lit lamps and offered their prayers for happiness, prosperity, and the overall welfare of society.

The shrine was adorned with flowers and balloons, creating a festive atmosphere that continued to flourish throughout the day. Dilip Srivastava, the program coordinator, highlighted the significance of the foundation day celebrations, stating that they blended religious rituals with a deep-rooted message of social awareness and unity. The community havan was performed with prayers for the well-being of all and a pledge to inspire political consciousness among the Kayastha community members.

Notable figures present at the celebrations included Rajiv Srivastava, president of the Kayastha Foundation Trust; Arvind Srivastava, executive president; Kirti Chaudhary, senior vice-president; Manoj Digar, general secretary; Sanjay Srivastava, vice-president; Advocate Sanjay Srivastava; Swapnil Srivastava, treasurer; and Sachin Nigam, joint secretary.