To convey the eternal teachings of Lord Krishna to the masses in a pertinent way, under the illuminating guidance of Divya Guru Shri Ashutosh Maharaj Ji, Divya Jyoti Jagrati Sansthan (DJJS) organized a grand event of Shri Krishna Janmashtami Mahotsav 2024 (‘Darshan Itihaas Ka, Parivartan Aaj Ka’) on August 25 & 26, 2024 at Dwarka, New Delhi. The two-day festivities included spiritual discourses, devotional songs and dance performances focusing on the life and teachings of Lord Krishna.
Several prominent politicians, government officials, cultural icons, spiritual and community leaders and other eminent guests from the local community and social organizations attended the event.
The spectacular dances and dance dramas were performed on the stage by the selfless enlightened volunteers of DJJS. These remarkable and educative presentations, enlivening the Leelas and divine qualities of Lord Krishna enthralled and inspired the devotees to imbibe the attributes of Shri Krishna.
On both the days of celebration, Vedic chants were presented by the learned Vedic mantra chanting disciples of Divya Gurudev Shri Ashutosh Maharaj Ji. At the end of the program, a special Aarti of Lord Krishna was also performed creating a serene and uplifting environment.
Through spiritual discourses by the learned preachers of His Holiness Ashutosh Maharaj Ji (Founder & Head, DJJS), attendees were invited to delve deep into the wisdom of the ancient philosophy of Bhagavad Gita and the life lessons imparted by Shri Krishna.
DJJS representatives highlighted the importance of 'Brahm Gyan' imparted by Shri Krishna in Dwapar Yug and remarked that it provides self-awareness and true devotion to a person. Apart from this, beautiful and poignant tableaus related to the life of Lord Krishna were also presented that attracted everyone.
In order to convey the divine inspirations of Lord Krishna, to the devotees located across the world, who were unable to attend the program in person, a special webcast of the program with English subtitles was also broadcast on the YouTube channel of the Sansthan (djjsworld) from 7:30 pm on 26 August 2024.
In conclusion, Shri Krishna Janmashtami Mahotsav 2024 successfully set the stage for a deeper understanding and appreciation of Lord Krishna's teachings, promoting spiritual awakening and divine love. Many distinguished guests present at the program thanked His Holiness Ashutosh Maharaj Ji wholeheartedly and praised the selfless work being done for the social welfare by the grace of revered Gurudev. Besides, they also expressed their desire to work for the society in collaboration with the institute. The grand program of Shri Krishna Janmashtami was covered by many print media, electronic media and news channels.
The main dignitaries who attended the program included –
- Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat Ji (Union Minister of Culture & Tourism, Government of India)
- Smt. Annapurna Devi Ji (Union Minister of Women and Child Development)
- Shri Arun Singh Ji (National General Secretary, BJP, Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha, Incharge BJP HQ)
- Miss Manu Bhaker Ji (Double Olympic Medalist, Shooting)
- Shri Tokhan Sahu Ji (Union Minister of State for Housing & Urban Affairs Government of India)
- Shri Manoj Tiwari Ji (Member of Parliament from North East Delhi, Actor, Singer)
- Capt. Vikas Gupta Ji (Chairman of the U.P. Council of Agricultural Research)
- Shri Harsh Malhotra Ji (MoS in Ministry of Road Transport & Highways and Ministry of Corporate Affairs)
- Shri Vijender Gupta Ji (MLA, Rohini, Leader of Opposition, BJP)
- Shri Virendra Sachdeva Ji (State President BJP, Delhi)
- Smt. Kamaljeet Sehrawat Ji (Member of Parliament, Lok Sabha, West Delhi)
- Shri Yogender Chandoliya Ji (Member of Parliament from North West Delhi, BJP)
- Shri Mahabal Mishra Ji (Former MP, West Delhi)
- Smt. Rakhi Bidlan Ji (MLA, Mangol Puri)
- Shri Kuljeet Singh Chahal Ji (National Convenor NaMo App and Member NDMC)
- Shri Sudesh Garg Ji (IRS, EX Income Tax Commissioner)
- Shri R.K Singh Ji (Secretary Minority Commission, Government of Delhi)
- Dr. Narhari S. Banger Ji (IAS, Commissioner, Municipal Corporation Gurugram, Haryana)
- Shri Umesh Pratap Singh Ji (Senior Director, Ministry of Education)
- Shri Avadh Ojha Ji (Teacher UPSC and Motivational Speaker)
- Shri Nishant Gupta Ji (Additional DCP, Dwarka)
- Shri Sunil Jindal Ji (Former Municipal Councillor)
- Smt. Sarita Jindal Ji (Former Municipal Councillor)
- Shri Neeraj Gupta Ji (Former Municipal Councillor, BJP)
- Shri Ajay Mahavar Ji (MLA, BJP, Delhi)
- Shri Pawan Sharma Ji (Vise President BJP, Delhi)
- Shri Rajiv Babbar Ji (Jila Prabhari, Mehrauli)
- Shri Shyam Sharma Ji (Prabhari, New Delhi, BJP)
- Shri Ramesh Lamba Ji (Former MLA)
- Shri Jitender Singh Shunty Ji (Padma Shri Awardee, Founder & President of Shaheed Bhagat Singh Sewa Dal)
- Shri Jagdish Yadav Ji (Former Chairman, O.B.C Commission, Delhi Government)
- Dr. Anil Aggarwal Ji (Sangh Chalak, Delhi Prant)
- Shri Dayanand Ji (Seh Sarkaryavah, RSS)
- Shri Kapil Khanna Ji (President, Vishwa Hindu Parishad, Delhi)
- Shri Dinesh Kamat Ji (Rashtriya Sanskrit Bharti Sangathan, Mantri)
- Shri Karnail Singh Ji (State Convenor, Temples Cell, BJP Delhi)
- Shri Vinay Rawat Ji (Vice President BJP, Delhi)
- Smt. Shikha Gupta Bhardwaj Ji (MCD Councillor, Saraswati Vihar Ward No. 58, Secretary, Mahila Morcha BJP Delhi)
- Shri Devender Solanki Ji (Former District President North West BJP, Delhi)
Smt. Monica Goel Ji (Municipal Councillor BJP, Mianwali Nagar)
