Geeta Jayanti Mahotsav (गीता जयंती महोत्सव) When: November-December (Ekadashi of Shukla Paksha, Margashirsha month) Why: Celebrates the day Lord Krishna spoke the Bhagavad Gita to Arjuna. Highlights: Bhagavad Gita recitation, cultural programs, spiritual discourses, exhibitions, and Deep Daan at Brahma Sarovar. |
Shri Krishna Janmashtami (श्रीकृष्ण जन्माष्टमी) When: August-September (Ashtami Tithi of Krishna Paksha, Bhadrapada month) Why: Celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna. Highlights: Kirtans, bhajans, Krishna Leela performances, and grand celebrations at Jyotisar. |
Mahashivratri (महाशिवरात्रि) When: February-March (Phalguna month, Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi) Why: Dedicated to Lord Shiva, who is deeply revered in Kurukshetra. Highlights: Rudrabhishek, night-long kirtans, and temple processions. |
Kurukshetra Deep Daan Mahotsav (कुरुक्षेत्र दीपदान महोत्सव) When: Coincides with Geeta Jayanti Mahotsav (November-December) Why: Devotees light thousands of diyas in and around Jyotisar and Brahma Sarovar, symbolizing knowledge over ignorance. Highlights: Mass Deep Daan (lighting of lamps), bhajans, and prayers. |
Makar Sankranti & Gita Path (मकर संक्रांति एवं गीता पाठ) When: January 14 Why: A sacred day for offering prayers and reciting the Bhagavad Gita at Jyotisar. Highlights: Special discourses on the Gita, rituals, and donation drives. |