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Rongli celebrates Bhimsen Jatra for prosperity

By himalayanreview

RONGLI, AUGUST 26: Newar Devotees from different part of Sikkim gathered at Rongli to witness the first Bhimsen Jatra held at Sikkim on August 24.  Those devotees participated at the religious functions and offered prayers at the 117 year old Bhimsen Mandir that was held early in the morning followed by the Jatra (procession) that started from the mandir till the army camp at the entrance to the Rongli bazaar.  The mandir rituals was conducted by Shri Suryavir Tuladar, Rimpoche Atul Sakya and Shree Alankar Sakya
 


Newar members of different Newar Guthis, Newar Sakhas, Newar Zones, Newar Organisation and different communities participated at the Jatra. Bhimsen is a god of welfare of business, prosperity and good fortune; he is regarded the highest god among the Newar Community.



The devotees carried the idol of God Bhimsen on a chariot that was put on shoulder poles and moved around the town. Newari traditional music and instruments was played along the procession. The major highlight of the day was also the debut of Lakhey Dance at the streets of Rongli. 



Arun Upretti, Minister of Urban & Housing development, Food & Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs was the Chief Guest on the occasion while other distinguished guests included Dilu Maskay, President Sikkim Newar Guthi, Damber Pradhan, Incharge – 20 Chujachen Constituency, Bikram Pradhan, Former MLA and others.


A culture program was also held on the occasion by the members of Newa Passa Rongli while Rudra Narsing Sakya spoke about the origin and the significance of Shree Bhimsen Mandir. Chief Guest was presented with a souvenir of the event. Bhim Pradhan, BDO, Regu BAC gave the vote of thanks and express gratitude towards every Newar organisation from Sikkim and beyond Sikkim for their participation. He also thanked members of different communities for their auspicious presence in making the event successful.



Kush Narayan Pradhan, President Shri Bhimsen Maharaj Mandir Sanrakshan Samiti speaking at the moment said the blessings of God Bhimsen showers upon every Newars and to the people of Sikkim. He said, this was a historic moment and we, the people of Rongli were the chosen ones and we wish to carry forward our good work towards our community in the coming days too.
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