Varanasi: A grand religious ceremony was organised in the early morning hours at the ghat of Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple (Lalita Ghat), in accordance with Vedic traditions and with utmost devotion and reverence on the auspicious occasion of Ganga Saptami on Thursday.The temple trust organised a formal worship and prayer of Maa Ganga as per scriptural rites, in the presence of respected priests, learned shastris and devotees. The programme commenced with Vedic chanting and formal worship conducted under the guidance of Acharyas. Subsequently, the abhishek of Maa Ganga was performed as per scriptural methods, in which devout worship was offered using Gangajal, milk, flowers and various puja materials. The entire atmosphere was suffused with Vedic sounds and devotional spirit, providing a spiritual experience to all those present. Following the abhishek ritual, the idol of Maa Ganga installed within the temple complex at the Dham was also formally worshipped and aarti was performed. Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple Trust organises such classical and cultural programmes from time to time, with the aim of preserving and promoting the ancient Sanatan traditions, spiritual values and cultural heritage of Kashi. The trust continues to work with dedication in this direction and strives to spread religious and cultural awareness in society.
