“Kanwad Yatra can evolve, blend social, religious duties, says prominent seer”, Hindustan Times

HH Pujya Swami Chidanand Saraswatiji, President and Spiritual Head of the famous Parmarth Niketan of Rishikesh* , shares in an interview with Hindustan Times a new direction for next year’s Kanwad Mela Yatra, as the yatra comes to an end ahead of 15th August when the nation celebrates Raksha Bandhan and Independence Day. He believes that while growing devotion for the Mela is welcome, the religious frenzy of the youth has to be re-directed for social causes, especially towards Swachh Bharat, Open Garbage Free India and water conservation. Read and share this inspiring interview.