Delhi Announces Two-Day 'Yamunotsav' at Vasudev Ghat on Nov. 2–3
The event pairs sacred ceremonies with scientific sessions to mobilize public action for Yamuna revival.
Overview
- Culture Minister Kapil Mishra said the festival will promote public participation in safeguarding the river’s purity and continuity.
- The Department of Culture and Yamuna Sansad are jointly organizing the program at Vasudev Ghat in Delhi.
- Day one will feature a Jalabhishek using water brought from Yamunotri, followed by Yamuna katha and an evening aarti.
- Day two will focus on river-rejuvenation solutions through five thematic sessions under a Yamuna Conclave.
- Organizers say the conclave will include ministers from the Centre and Delhi government, MPs, spiritual leaders, and water conservation experts.