‘Worshipping nature is a reflection of our culture’

Sri Ramakrishna Ashram President Swami Muktidanandaji speaks at Cauvery Aarti

Mandya : The State Government’s ‘ Cauvery Aarti ’ at Krishna Raja Sagara (KRS) Dam continues to captivate thousands, honouring the sacred river with devotional rituals and cultural performances.

On the third day of the event last evening, Swami Muktidanandaji, President of Sri Ramakrishna Ashram, Mysuru, highlighted the deep spiritual roots of river worship in Indian tradition.

“Worshipping nature is a reflection of our culture. Offering gratitude to the river that sustains us is a sacred act,” he said.

“Cauvery is the lifeline of South Karnataka, quenching the thirst of millions and sustaining farmers’ livelihoods. No words can fully express our gratitude for her boundless gifts,” he added.

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