PRATHISHTA MAHOTSAVA OF LORD SRINIVASA 19th February 2024

On February 19, 2024, Monday, a series of significant Hindu rituals and ceremonies took place, by the holy hand of the esteemed 𝐃𝐫. 𝐂𝐀 𝐀. 𝐑𝐚𝐠𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐫𝐚 𝐑𝐚𝐨,ji Hon'ble Chancellor of Srinivasa University and President of A. Shama Rao Foundation Mangalore, accompanied by 𝐀. 𝐕𝐢𝐣𝐚𝐲𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐦𝐢 𝐑. 𝐑𝐚𝐨, Trustee of the Governing Council, Srinivasa University, and 𝐃𝐫. 𝐒𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐬𝐚 𝐑𝐚𝐨, Hon'ble Pro-Chancellor of Srinivasa University, Vice-President of A. Shama Rao Foundation Mangalore, and 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟. 𝐒𝐦𝐭. 𝐀. 𝐌𝐢𝐭𝐫𝐚 𝐒. 𝐑𝐚𝐨, Trustee of the Governing Council of Srinivas University. and their esteemed family members. Starting at 8:00 AM and concluding around 5:00 PM. The day commenced with the observance of a sacred ritual known as the 108 Ganahoma, followed by the Sanjeevini Mrityunjaya Homa and the Vayu Shruti. These ceremonies hold deep spiritual significance within Hindu tradition and are performed with meticulous attention to detail and devotion. The 108 Ganahoma is a powerful fire ritual where offerings are made into the consecrated fire while chanting Vedic hymns. The number 108 holds immense significance in Hinduism, symbolizing completeness and spiritual fulfillment. Participants invoke the blessings of various deities during this ritual, seeking their grace and protection. The atmosphere during the Ganahoma is filled with devotion and reverence as the sacred fire symbolizes the divine presence. Following the Ganahoma, the Sanjeevini Mrityunjaya Homa is conducted. This particular Homa is dedicated to Lord Shiva, the supreme deity in Hinduism, and is performed with the intention of seeking protection from illness and overcoming obstacles. The Mrityunjaya Mantra, a potent hymn from the Rigveda, is chanted during the Homa, believed to bestow longevity and vitality upon the participants. The fragrant smoke rising from the sacred fire is considered to carry the prayers and offerings to the divine realm.The Vayu Shruti, another significant aspect of the morning rituals, involves the chanting of specific Vedic verses dedicated to Lord Vayu, the deity representing the wind. This ritual is performed to invoke the blessings of Vayu, seeking harmony and balance in the environment. The recitation of Vedic verses resonates through the surroundings, creating an aura of tranquility and spiritual elevation. As the day progresses towards evening, another set of ceremonies takes place. At 5:00 PM, the Sudarshana Homa is performed, invoking the divine energy of Lord Vishnu through the Sudarshana Chakra, his iconic discus. This Homa is believed to remove negative energies and provide protection from evil forces. The chanting of the Sudarshana Mantra fills the atmosphere with divine vibrations, purifying the surroundings and instilling a sense of peace and serenity. Accompanying the Sudarshana Homa is the Bhu Varaha Shanti Homam, a ritual aimed at pacifying the environment and promoting harmony within nature. The prayers offered during this ceremony seek the well-being of all living beings and the preservation of ecological balance. Finally, the day concludes with the Ankura Puja, a symbolic ritual where seeds are sprouted in a pot filled with earth. This ceremony represents the germination of life and the beginning of new growth, symbolizing hope and renewal. Overall, the day's events encompass a rich tapestry of spiritual practices aimed at seeking divine blessings, protection, and harmony. Each ritual is performed with utmost devotion and adherence to tradition, creating an atmosphere of sanctity and spiritual elevation for all participants.