Patna: The world-famous archaeological site of Chirand, located on the Triveni Sangam of the Ganga, Saryu and Son rivers in Bihar’s Saran district, will host the 19th Chirand Chetna Mahotsav-cum-Ganga Garima Raksha Sankalp Ceremony on June 29 to mark Jyeshtha Purnima.
The event aims to showcase Chirand’s ancient civilisation, cultural heritage and archaeological importance while spreading the message of Ganga conservation at both the national and international levels.
Grand Ganga Aarti, Heritage Exhibition to Highlight Festival
The festival will feature a grand Ganga Aarti during the evening session, expected to draw thousands of devotees.
Earlier in the day, a special exhibition at the archaeological complex will display photographs, historical records and research highlighting India’s ancient sustainable development practices, agricultural traditions, river-based civilisation and the historical significance of Chirand.
Organisers said the exhibition has been designed to introduce visitors to the scientific, cultural and environmental wisdom of one of India’s oldest known settlements.
Focus on Ancient Agriculture and Environmental Conservation
The exhibition will also explain how ancient Indian society followed a balanced model of development in harmony with nature thousands of years ago.
Through research material and visual displays, the organisers hope to educate the younger generation about India’s rich agricultural heritage, river civilisation and traditional practices of environmental conservation.
Proposal to Develop Chirand as Ram Abhyuday Yatra Centre
Addressing a press conference, organisers said that according to the Valmiki Ramayana, Lord Rama, Lakshmana and Sage Vishwamitra halted at the Chirand region near the Triveni Sangam during their journey to Janakpur.
In view of this religious and historical significance, the organising committee plans to propose the development of Chirand as a “Ram Abhyuday Yatra Centre.”
Saints, Historians and International Delegates to Participate
Festival committee president Krishnakant Ojha, secretary Shriram Tiwari, and committee members Ramdayal Sharma, Rajesh Pandey and Devesh Nath Dixit said saints, historians, researchers, students and devotees from across India will participate in the event.
Delegations from several foreign countries are also expected to attend the festival, further strengthening efforts to promote Chirand’s heritage on an international platform.
Over One Lakh Visitors Expected for Ganga Aarti
The organising committee said the programme will include a heritage exhibition, Ganga worship, the grand Ganga Aarti and cultural performances.
More than one lakh visitors are expected to witness the evening Ganga Aarti.
Visitors can reach Chirand through the road connected to NH-19 near Doriganj.
Efforts Continue to Place Chirand on Global Heritage Map
Organisers said Chirand is one of India’s most significant Neolithic archaeological sites, where several historically valuable artefacts have been excavated and preserved in the local museum.
They added that local residents and the Chirand Chetna Mahotsav Committee have been working for years to establish the historic site on the global heritage map.
The committee has appealed to citizens, history enthusiasts, researchers, students and devotees to participate in large numbers and contribute to preserving and promoting Bihar’s ancient cultural legacy.
