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Time of India
16-07-2025
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- Time of India
Golden Shiva Kanwad weighing 1,000 Kg stuns devotees during Kanwar Yatra
In a breathtaking display of devotion, Kanwad Yatris from Gurugram are pulling an 800–1,000 kg golden Shiva Kanwad on wheels during this year's Kanwar Yatra. Crafted in Sonipat, the intricately designed Kanwad holds about 40 litres of sacred Gangajal. Covering nearly 250 kilometres, the devotees chant prayers and inspire onlookers along the route. Watch this shining symbol of faith and strength on the road to Lord Shiva's temple. Show more Show less
Time of India
16-07-2025
- Time of India
Kanwad yatris from Gurugram carry 800-1,000 kg Golden Shiva kanwad on wheels in Haridwar
In a striking display of devotion, Kanwad Yatris from Gurugram have undertaken a remarkable journey, carrying a massive 800-1,000 kg golden Shiva Kanwad on wheels during the ongoing Kanwar Yatra. The intricately designed Kanwad, crafted in Sonipat, is carrying approximately 40 litres of sacred Gangajal , drawing admiration from onlookers along the route. Sonu Rana, one of the Kanwariyas, shared, "This is a unique Kanwad, made in Sonipat, weighing around 800-1,000 kgs and holding about 40 litres of Gangajal. People are appreciating its grandeur. We will cover nearly 250 kilometres with it, showcasing our devotion to Lord Shiva ." Play Video Pause Skip Backward Skip Forward Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration 0:00 Loaded : 0% 0:00 Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 1x Playback Rate Chapters Chapters Descriptions descriptions off , selected Captions captions settings , opens captions settings dialog captions off , selected Audio Track Picture-in-Picture Fullscreen This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Text Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Caption Area Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Drop shadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Siemens Energy lidera com inovação Siemens Energy Saiba Mais Undo The Kanwar Yatra began on July 10. During the annual pilgrimage, Kanwariyas collect holy water from rivers and carry it over hundreds of kilometres to offer it at Lord Shiva temples. Devotees across the country observe fasts, perform rituals, and undertake the Yatra as a mark of devotion. The Uttarakhand State government has launched " Operation Kalanemi " against individuals impersonating Sanatanis and harming its reputation. Live Events Earlier, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami stated that the state government will take strict action against those deceiving people, hiding their identities, and harming Sanatan under Operation Kalanemi. "Those who are deceiving people here, hiding their identity, hurting faith and belief, harming Sanatan, such people will be identified, a campaign will be run against such people, and those who are hurting religion and faith by hiding their reality will be caught, action will be taken against them.." Dhami told the reporters here. Earlier, CM Dhami gave strict instructions to the officials to launch Operation Kalanemi against impersonators who cheat people and hurt their sentiments in the name of Sanatan Dharma in Devbhoomi Uttarakhand. The Chief Minister said that many such cases have come to light in the state where anti-social elements are cheating people, especially women, by disguising themselves as saints. This is not only hurting the religious sentiments of the people, but also harming the image of social harmony and Sanatan tradition. He also said that just as the demon Kalanemi had tried to mislead by disguising himself as a saint, similarly, many "Kalanemi" are active in society today who are committing crimes in religious guise.
Time of India
16-07-2025
- Time of India
Kanwad Yatris from Gurugram carry 1,000-kg golden Shiva Kanwad on wheels in Haridwar; covers 250 km, carries 40 litres of Gangajal
NEW DELHI: Kanwad Yatris from Gurgaon are carrying an enormous 800-1,000 kg golden Shiva Kanwad on wheels during the ongoing Kanwar Yatra in Haridwar, Uttarakhand. The specially designed Kanwad, created in Sonipat, carries 40 litres of sacred Gangajal and has become a center of attention along the pilgrimage route. The annual Kanwar Yatra began on July 10, during which devotees collect holy water from rivers and transport it to Lord Shiva temples, covering hundreds of kilometers while observing fasts and performing rituals. "This is a unique Kanwad, made in Sonipat, weighing around 800-1,000 kgs and holding about 40 litres of Gangajal. People are appreciating its grandeur. We will cover nearly 250 kilometres with it, showcasing our devotion to Lord Shiva," said Sonu Rana, one of the Kanwariyas. The Uttarakhand State government has initiated "Operation Kalanemi" to combat individuals who impersonate Sanatanis and damage its reputation. "Those who are deceiving people here, hiding their identity, hurting faith and belief, harming Sanatan, such people will be identified, a campaign will be run against such people, and those who are hurting religion and faith by hiding their reality will be caught, action will be taken against them," Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami told reporters. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like An engineer reveals: One simple trick to get internet without a subscription Techno Mag Learn More Undo Chief minister Dhami has issued strict instructions to officials regarding Operation Kalanemi, targeting those who deceive people and hurt sentiments in the name of Sanatan Dharma in Devbhoomi Uttarakhand. The CM expressed concern about numerous cases where anti-social elements, disguised as saints, have cheated people, particularly women. These activities not only hurt religious sentiments but also damage the image of social harmony and Sanatan tradition. Dhami drew a parallel between these imposters and the demon Kalanemi, who had attempted to deceive by disguising himself as a saint. He noted that many such "Kalanemi" are currently active in society, committing crimes under religious pretenses.
