Narmada Kalash installedto mark commencement ofWorld Ramayana Conference

 

 

THE 4th World Ramayana Conference commenced in Sanskardhani with the ceremonial installation of the Narmada Kalash, marking an auspicious and devotional beginning to the global event. The three-day mega event will formally commence from January 2 and continue till January 4.

 

The concluding rituals of Sundarkand recitations organised across urban and rural areas for the success of the conference were also held at Manas Bhavan. During the programme, Dr Renu Arun Pandey and her team captivated the audience with live paintings based on themes from the Ramayana. The artwork drew warm applause from devotees, who praised the artists’ creativity.

 

A series of cultural presentations including Geet Ramayan by Priyal Naaz Pandey Gatkar from Pune, a Kathak performance on Shri Ram Chandra Kripalu Bhaj Man by child artist Ira Dixit of Jabalpur, Ram bhRamam Raghavam by Shiv Shakti Kala Kendra, Jabalpur, and a graceful dance performance by Nilangi Kalantare of Trividha Dance Academy added grandeur to the event.

 

The major attraction of the programme was renowned sand artist Gopal Charan Samal from Puri, Odisha, who visited Jabalpur for first time. His sand art depiction of the Ram Temple drew widespread attention and admiration from the audience. ajans by students of Vanvasi Chetna Ashram, Shiv Tandav by Wings Convent School students