BY SWATI
BADRINATH, CHAMOLI UTTRAKHAND 23 SEPTEMBER
On the sacred occasion of Bhadrapada Shukla Paksha Dwadashi, traditionally observed as Bamun Dwadashi, devotees were accorded the opportunity to have darshan of Lord Shri Badri Vishal and participate in the revered Mata Murti Mahotsav at Badrinath Dham.
The occasion was marked by elaborate religious rituals, including puja, abhishek and havan, besides a review of arrangements for the ongoing pilgrimage. BKTC Chairman Hemant Dwivedi was present during the religious observances and reviewed the arrangements associated with the sacred occasion.
Earlier in the morning, in the presence of the Rawal Ji, Lord Narayan’s representative, Shri Uddhav Ji, ceremonially departed from Badrinath Temple for Mata Murti Temple. The traditional procession formed an integral part of the annual Mata Murti Mahotsav.
At Mata Murti Temple, devotees and temple officials participated in the prescribed rituals, including puja and abhishek, followed by the offering of the day’s bhog. Shri Uddhav Ji subsequently returned to Shri Badrinath Temple at around 3 pm, marking the completion of the ceremonial observance.
BKTC Chairman Hemant Dwivedi extended greetings and best wishes to devotees on the occasion of Mata Murti Mahotsav. He said the festival represents the deep-rooted spiritual traditions and religious heritage associated with Badrinath Dham.
During the occasion, BKTC Chairman Hemant Dwivedi, along with BKTC Advisor Madhav Semwal, B.D. Singh, BKTC Vice-Chairman Rishi Prasad Sati, former BKTC Vice-Chairman Kishore Pawar, Rajesh Mehta, Vinit Posti and other members, was present.
BKTC Chief Executive Officer Sohan Singh Rangad, Dharmadhikari Swayambar Semwal, Vedpathis and other temple functionaries also participated in the religious proceedings.
The Mata Murti Mahotsav continues to hold a prominent place in the religious calendar of Badrinath Dham, drawing devotees to the sacred shrine for traditional worship and ceremonial observances.
