What’s Behind the Ritual of Draping a Saree on the Wardha River? Find Out Here
Nagpur, India: A unique spiritual ceremony will take place on 20 June in Kaundinyapur, where a 211-metre-long satin saree will be offered to the holy Wardha River as part of a special ritual. The event is being organised near the revered Sri Vitthala-Rukmini Temple and holds deep religious and cultural importance for locals and devotees.
Kaundinyapur, located in Amravati district, is believed to be the ancient city of Kundinapuri and the birthplace of Goddess Rukmini, the consort of Lord Krishna. According to legend, this is the site from where Krishna eloped with Rukmini, making it a sacred pilgrimage destination.
The offering of the saree is a symbolic gesture of devotion, performed to honour the river and the divine couple. Organisers have planned for the saree to be ceremoniously laid along the riverbank, accompanied by traditional prayers, hymns, and rituals.
The event is expected to draw pilgrims and devotees from across Vidarbha, adding to the spiritual atmosphere of the temple town. The long satin saree represents unbroken devotion and gratitude, and the ritual is set to strengthen the cultural and religious identity of the region.
Kaundinyapur has also been a site of archaeological interest, with excavations revealing artefacts from the Copper and Stone Ages, highlighting its historical significance.
With preparations underway, the event promises to be a vibrant blend of faith, heritage, and tradition.
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