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Time of India
14-07-2025
- Time of India
Why Millions Join the Kanwar Yatra 2025: Mythological Roots, Spiritual Power & Sacred Rituals
Kanwar Yatra 2025 sees millions carry Ganga water to Shiva temples during Sawan in a sacred act of devotion. sees millions carry Ganga water to Shiva temples during Sawan in a sacred act of devotion. Its roots trace back to Samudra Manthan , symbolising gratitude to Lord Shiva for consuming poison. , symbolising gratitude to Lord Shiva for consuming poison. Once a quiet ritual, it's now a vibrant mass pilgrimage blending faith, discipline, and community spirit. Live Events 🕉️Every year during the monsoon month of Sawan (July–August), millions of saffron-clad devotees embark on a sacred journey on foot, carrying Kanwars. These are bamboo poles with water-filled pots. They carry water from holy rivers like the Ganga to pour over Shiva Lingas in temples across India. This deeply spiritual tradition is known as the Kanwar Yatra. While it appears to be a modern mass movement, its roots stretch deep into Hindu origins of the Kanwar Yatra are closely linked to one of the most famous episodes from Hindu mythology, the Samudra Manthan, or the churning of the ocean. According to legend, during the great churning of the Ocean (Samudra) by the devas and asuras, a deadly poison called Halahala emerged. It was threatening enough to destroy the universe. To save creation, Lord Shiva consumed the poison and held it in his throat. His throat turned blue, earning him the name ease his suffering and cool the poison's effects, the devas and sages began offering holy water from the Ganga River to Lord Shiva. This act of devotion is considered the symbolic origin of the Kanwar Yatra. It is an offering of gratitude and healing to the great lord. Today, the same practice is replicated by millions who carry Ganga water and offer it to Shiva temples. It is believed to bring divine blessings and remove mythological foundation is ancient. However, historical evidence suggests that the Kanwar Yatra, as a widespread public event, became prominent during the medieval period. Devotional saints like Tulsidas and Surdas referred to the practice of carrying water to Shiva temples in their compositions. The pilgrimage was primarily rural and unorganised for centuries. It started with small groups of devotees walking silently to their local Shiva the 20th century, the Kanwar Yatra witnessed a massive surge in participation. Improvements in road networks, religious awareness and community support made it a large-scale event. What was once a quiet act of devotion evolved into a vibrant and collective expression of bhakti (devotion).Today, the largest destinations for Kanwariyas include Haridwar, Gaumukh, and Gangotri in Uttarakhand, and Sultanganj in Bihar. From these places, devotees walk long distances, often up to 100-200 kilometres, to reach major Shiva temples like Baba Baidyanath Dham in Deoghar, Kashi Vishwanath, or Neelkanth Mahadev near Kanwar Yatra is more than a physical challenge. It is a deeply personal spiritual experience. Devotees observe strict disciplines during the journey. Many do the Dak Kanwar, a fast-paced version where water must be poured on the Shiva Linga without the pot touching the known as Kanwar camps , are set up by volunteers along the routes. Such camps provide free food, medical aid, and rest. Bhajans, chants of 'Bol Bam,' and devotional music fill the air. This turns highways into mobile temples. Despite the crowds, the spirit of service and shared purpose keeps the journey sacred and Kanwar Yatra is not just a pilgrimage. It is a celebration of faith, endurance and community. Its endurance over centuries indicates how spiritual traditions adapt and grow with time. Whether seen as a reenactment of divine myths or a path to inner purification, the Kanwar Yatra is a powerful expression of living devotion to Lord by: Anand Sagar Pathak of For feedback, write to hello@
Herald Sun
21-05-2025
- Sport
- Herald Sun
Samudra prevails in battle of blue bloods at Sandown
Blue-blood juveniles Samudra and I'mateez both made a big impression in their debuts as they fought out a close finish at Sandown on Wednesday. Don't miss out on the headlines from Horse Racing. Followed categories will be added to My News. Rich pedigrees were on display at Sandown on Wednesday with blue-blood juveniles Samudra and I'mateez fighting out a hotly contested 1000m 2YO Handicap. Fast filly Samudra, a $750,000 daughter of super stallion Snitzel out of Group 1 winner Pippie denied I'mateez, the half-brother of 10-time Group 1 winner Imperatriz. • PUNT LIKE A PRO: Become a Racenet iQ member and get expert tips – with fully transparent return on investment statistics – from Racenet's team of professional punters at our Pro Tips section. SUBSCRIBE NOW! Trainer Mark Walker, who ironically conditioned Te Akau champion Imperatriz during her career was most pleased with Samudra's last 100m under pressure from I'mateez and third-placed Latin Boss. Latin Boss went stride for stride with Samurdra through the first 800m and only relented late. '(Samudra) was under a lot of pressure but she really dug deep and found,' Walker said. 'Probably going forward she's going to be a better chaser than leader. 'You would've thought she was all done at the 100m but that natural (talent), mum's (Pippie) ability kicked in and she's going to be a much nicer three-year-old, that's for sure.' â€' (@Racing) May 21, 2025 • Nichols to unveil well-bred filly after breeder's bad luck Samudra is set to be spelled for the spring with attention on stakes success. 'She'll keep improving with a bit more time,' Walker said. Alex Rae, trainer of I'mateez, said the two-year-old Capitalist colt would likely stay in work after a most promising debut. Rae went into the 1000m event unsure how laidback I'mateez would perform under race pressure. 'He's just been a bit plain in his work late,' Rae said. 'It was good he added a string to his bow today so he's going to make a horse.' Originally published as Samudra prevails in battle of blue bloods at Sandown on Wednesday Horse Racing A Gai Waterhouse and Adrian Bott filly can go back-to-back after breaking her maiden. BEST BETS, INSIDE MAIL Horse Racing Adam Watt of Dynamic Syndications makes a strong case four of their runners at Goulburn starting with Tact and ending with a $10 shot knocking on the door for his first win.
News.com.au
21-05-2025
- Sport
- News.com.au
Samudra prevails in battle of blue bloods at Sandown on Wednesday
Rich pedigrees were on display at Sandown on Wednesday with blue-blood juveniles Samudra and I'mateez fighting out a hotly contested 1000m 2YO Handicap. Fast filly Samudra, a $750,000 daughter of super stallion Snitzel out of Group 1 winner Pippie denied I'mateez, the half-brother of 10-time Group 1 winner Imperatriz. Trainer Mark Walker, who ironically conditioned Te Akau champion Imperatriz during her career was most pleased with Samudra's last 100m under pressure from I'mateez and third-placed Latin Boss. Latin Boss went stride for stride with Samurdra through the first 800m and only relented late. '(Samudra) was under a lot of pressure but she really dug deep and found,' Walker said. 'Probably going forward she's going to be a better chaser than leader. 'You would've thought she was all done at the 100m but that natural (talent), mum's (Pippie) ability kicked in and she's going to be a much nicer three-year-old, that's for sure.' The blue-blooded Samudra grits her teeth, staving off the challenge of her opponents to make a winning debut 🙌 Odds on backers won't want that again 😅 @BMelham â€' (@Racing) May 21, 2025 Samudra is set to be spelled for the spring with attention on stakes success. 'She'll keep improving with a bit more time,' Walker said. Alex Rae, trainer of I'mateez, said the two-year-old Capitalist colt would likely stay in work after a most promising debut. Rae went into the 1000m event unsure how laidback I'mateez would perform under race pressure. 'He's just been a bit plain in his work late,' Rae said. 'It was good he added a string to his bow today so he's going to make a horse.'
News.com.au
20-05-2025
- Sport
- News.com.au
Two-year-old blue bloods to clash on debut at Sandown on Wednesday
Wednesday's Thoroughbred Club of Australia Handicap at Sandown could be a showdown between a pair of blue blood two-year-olds. I'mateez, a half-brother to the former superstar sprinter Imperatriz will be up against Samudra, a daughter of Oakleigh Plate winners Snitzel and Pippie. Bookmakers have the Mark Walker -trained Samudra as an odds-on favourite after three jumpout wins while I'mateez is a $17 chance after improving to win his latest jumpout at Cranbourne on May 12. Walker's Melbourne representative Ben Gleeson said the stable had been careful with Samudra, who was a $775,000 yearling purchase. 'She's not an out-and-out two-year-old by any means,' Gleeson said. 'When people see her in the parade ring, they'll see she's a big, strong, scopey type of filly that is certainly going to grow. 'She's taken time to mature body-wise and every time she's had a jumpout, we've just given her that bit of extra time. 'We haven't wanted to push her until she showed us she's ready. But we've been really pleased with her jumpouts.' I'mateez, a son of Golden Slipper winner Capitalist, cost $200,000 as a yearling on the Gold Coast last year. The colt's trainer Alex Rae said the youngster had plenty of speed but needed to answer questions in the last 100m of the $50,000 contest. 'He certainly heads to the races with a good understanding of what his job is, but what happens when the real pressure goes on late in the race, I'm not sure how he's going to respond,' Rae said. 'He'll jump, he'll run and he's pretty one-dimensional so we're not going to do anything out of the ordinary with him. 'He'll probably lead them up and hopefully he'll be strong late, that's the big question. 'It's going to be a tricky race but I suppose, when you've got a horse with the pedigree that he has, I suppose there's some lofty ambitions internally.'
