Chief Minister Dr. Yadav Participates in Lord Shri Jagannath’s Rath Yatra
Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav participated in the annual Rath Yatra of Lord Shri Jagannath organised by the Khati Samaj and ISKCON in Ujjain on Friday. Dr. Yadav joined the procession at Gopal
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Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav participated in the annual Rath Yatra of Lord Shri Jagannath organised by the Khati Samaj and ISKCON in Ujjain on Friday. Dr. Yadav joined the procession at Gopal Mandir and performed the aarti of Lord Jagannath amid chants of “Jai Jagannath”. At the Gundicha Nagar replica set up in the Kalidas Sanskrit Academy premises, the Chief Minister carried the idol of Lord Jagannath on his shoulder and ceremoniously installed it. He also offered aarti to Lord Balram and Devi Subhadra.
CM Dr. Yadav said that the Rath Yatra in Odisha was broadcasted across the globe today, and Ujjain too has been celebrating this tradition for many years. It is a matter of great fortune for all of us. The Jagannath temple in Odisha, one of the four major pilgrimage sites (Char Dham), was originally built by King Indradyumna of Ujjain.
He noted that the history of the Rath Yatra dates back thousands of years. The journey revives the memories of those unforgettable spiritual moments. The Rath Yatra organised by the Khati community sees participation from devotees and community members from far and wide, which reflects our collective devotion and spiritual spirit. The Madhya Pradesh Government has associated the Vikramaditya Research Chair with ISKCON’s Rath Yatra to spread awareness about Lord Jagannath’s divine plays and narratives. These stories emphasise the offering of sincere devotion and righteous action towards the Lord, and a prayer for His continued grace upon all.
The Chief Minister further said that Lord Shri Krishna received his education in Ujjain, and from there went on to become a world teacher. The seed of the Bhagavad Gita’s wisdom—shared with Arjuna and the world—was sown in Ujjain itself. The teachings imparted by Sage Sandipani helped illuminate the world through Lord Krishna. The chapters and verses of the Bhagavad Gita not only guide our lives but also inspire us to act with purpose.
On the occasion, CM Dr. Yadav launched the Gita App developed by ISKCON. Through this app, users will be able to study the verses and chapters of the Bhagavad Gita, and large numbers of people can also appear in Gita-related examinations.
MLA Shri Anil Jain Kaluheda announced that the state government will develop the Shri Krishna Pathey to promote Lord Krishna’s teachings, divine plays, and related sites across Madhya Pradesh. Dr. Yadav has also decided to establish Gita Bhavans in every district. Each Gita Bhavan will house a library and serve as a center to disseminate knowledge about Lord Krishna’s teachings and life stories through scriptures and books.
On behalf of ISKCON, the Chief Minister was felicitated with a portrait of Shri Radha Madanmohan and a copy of the Bhagavad Gita. On the occassion Mayor Shri Mukesh Tatwal, Municipal Council President Smt. Kalavati Yadav, Shri Sanjay Agrawal, Shri Jagdish Panchal, along with several citizens and administrative officers were present.
