Phenomenal Gathering at Shri Renukaji Fair: A Cascade of Devotion in Himachal

The vibrant International Shri Renukaji Fair, held in Himachal Pradesh, is set to kick off with an inauguration by Chief Minister Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu this Friday. This six-day event, drawing over 10 lakh devotees, will culminate on Kartik Purnima, November 5, with rites led by Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla.

Hosted on the banks of Shri Renukaji Lake, the fair’s schedule reveals a grand procession featuring various deities, beginning with the arrival of Parashuram's palanquin from his ancient temple. Concrete arrangements are in place for the safety and convenience of the vast numbers of attendees.

Participants from several northern states will join the divine procession (''shobhayatra''), celebrating historic beliefs where Lord Parashuram visits his mother annually. Highlights include traditional rituals and holy dips, key among them on Hariprabodhini ekadashi and Kartik Purnima, encapsulating faith and tradition at the core of this fair.