Geeta Bhakti Amrit Mahotsav: A reunion of spiritual leaders to celebrate Swami Govindadeva Giriji Maharaj’s birth anniversary

Pune: Geeta Pariwar, a renowned spiritual trust, is poised to organize the Geeta Bhakti Amrit Mahotsav 2024, an eight-day cultural and spiritual assemblage to be held in Pune, Maharashtra, from 4 to 11 February 2024. The auspicious event is a grand celebration of the 75th birth anniversary of revered spiritual leader, Param Pujya Swami Shri Govindadeva Giriji Maharaj, fondly known to his Bhaktas as Swamiji. The event will be witnessing a massive congregation of saints, sages and ascetics from across the country at the pilgrimage capital, Alandi, on the bank of the sacred Indrayani River.

The Geeta Bhakti Amrit Mahotsav 2024 will be graced by the presence of renowned personalities such as Yogarishi Swami Shri Ramdevji Maharaj, Shri Yogi Adityanathji Maharaj, Pujya Shri Shri Ravishankar Ji Maharaj, Respected Sadhvi Ritambharaji Didi Maa, Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari, Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra Devendra Fadnavis, Acharya Shri Balakrishnaji Maharaj, and many more. The dignitaries will be sharing their insights and experiences on preserving and promoting the rich cultural tapestry of India.

Param Pujya Swami Shri Govindadeva Giriji Maharaj shared his sentiments, stating, “I feel immensely privileged to celebrate my birthday through the Geeta Bhakti Amrit Mahotsav, which will be a massive congregation of the most renowned spiritual leaders of the country. It is a profound joy to witness the convergence of spirituality, culture, and tradition during this auspicious occasion. May this event inspire and resonate in the hearts of all attendees, fostering a deeper connection with our cultural roots.”

The festival promises a melange of Vedic, cultural, and literary programs, including a Mahayaga of 81 Kundiy performed by around 2000 Vedics, a recitation of the Bhagavad Gita and Vedas by 11,000 students, a cultural extravaganza featuring over 250 artists, an enactment of the Ramayan, and a grand Shobha Yatra. These visually enchanting performances will captivate attendees and provide a spiritual feast for the soul.