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Renowned Sufi singer Kailash Kher bid farewell to Parmarth Niketan

Kailash Kher’s 12-day journey, exploring the sacred 12 Jyotirlingas, concluded on the banks of the Ganga at Parmarth Niketan

Renowned Sufi singer Kailash Kher bid farewell to Parmarth Niketan

In a harmonious blend of spiritual melodies and divine encounters, the renowned spiritual Sufi singer Padma Shri Kailash Kher and the mesmerizing Kailasa Band bid farewell to the International Yoga Festival (IYF) at Parmarth Niketan in Rishikesh.

This momentous occasion, marked by blessings from Swami Chidanand Saraswatiji, unfolded against the serene backdrop of the sacred Ganga river during the International Yoga Festival.


Kher's 12-day journey, exploring the sacred 12 Jyotirlingas, concluded on the banks of the Ganga at Parmarth. The enchanting rhythms of Kailasa Band captivated yoga enthusiasts from over 75 countries, culminating in the divine Ganga Aarti—a spectacle that continues to draw the global community to this spiritual haven.

Children from Tawang Monastery in Arunachal Pradesh, a northeastern state, had a unique opportunity to interact with Swami Chidanand Saraswatiji during the festival.

Seeking answers to their spiritual inquiries, the children, along with Lama, engaged in discussions on yoga, meditation, and the eternal values of 'Sanatan' culture.

Swami Chidanand Saraswatiji dedicated special time to inspire the younger generation towards yoga, meditation, patriotism, and the embrace of India's timeless cultural values. Lama and students from the monastery were bestowed with the divine Rudraksha ( Elaeocarpus ganitrus) plant, a symbol of blessings and spiritual connection.

Kher expressed awe at the unique cultural confluence in Rishikesh, a holy city in Indian state describing it as a 'Mini World' where people from diverse nations unite through the transformative power of yoga.

The sense of peace, love, and harmony prevails, creating an extraordinary experience for those immersed in the serenity of Parmarth Niketan.

Swami Chidanand Saraswatiji highlighted the significance of the younger generation's eagerness to connect with Indian culture and Sanatan Dharma. In an era where India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi proudly waves the flag of Indian culture globally, swamiji sees this as India's golden period, progressing towards a brighter future.

As a symbolic gesture of divine blessings, Swami Chidanand Saraswatiji presented the sacred plant to the entire Kailasa Band, the Lama from Tawang, and the inquisitive children.

The International Yoga Festival at Parmarth Niketan became a nexus of spirituality, music, and cultural unity, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of those who embarked on this transcendent journey.

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