Gorakhpur, December 3: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath paid a heartfelt tribute to the late Mahant Ramdas at the Madaria Sidhpeeth in the Gola tehsil area on Wednesday.
Paying homage to Mahant Ramdas, the Chief Minister stated that Sanatan Dharma is a religion for the welfare and salvation of human life. Mahant Ramdas remained dedicated to the Sanatan and Vedic traditions throughout his life.
Ramdas, the Mahant of the Madaria Sidhpeeth, passed away recently. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, who was on a visit to Gorakhpur on Wednesday, visited the Sidhpeeth and offered flowers of respect to his portrait.
Addressing the condolence meeting held on this occasion, the Chief Minister said that Mahant Ramdas dedicated his entire life to the service of the Sanatan tradition. He had a deep connection with Gorakhpeeth for five decades. He said that during his visit to the Madaria Sidhpeeth a few years ago, he had the physical presence of Mahant Ramdas.
Chief Minister said that Mahant Ji’s contribution to advancing the Vedic tradition will always be remembered. He always inspired people to have faith in Sanatan values โโand India.
Chief Minister expressed hope that the current Mahant of Madaria Siddha Peeth, Shrishadas, will follow in the footsteps of his revered Gurudev and continue to serve Sanatan in accordance with his values โโand ideals. Before paying tribute to Mahant Ramdas, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath performed a ritualistic puja at the Madaria Siddhapeeth. Chillupar MLA Rajesh Tripathi, BJP leaders Harikesh Ram Tripathi, Amardeep Tripathi, Manish Nayak, and a large number of devotees associated with the Madaria Siddhapeeth were present on the occasion. Before leaving
Yogi Adityanath visited the Chachairam Math in the Uruwa area to pay tribute to the late Mahant Panchanan Puri. Panchanan Puri passed away on November 16. He had a deep attachment to the Gorakhpeeth.
At Chachairam Math, Chief Minister Yogi offered flowers on the picture of late Mahant Panchanan Puri and paid heartfelt tribute. Giving his blessings to the newly appointed young Mahant Pranav Puri of Chachairam Math, Gorakshapeethadhiswar draped a sacred cloth on him and after a cordial conversation, assured him of all possible support in the management of the Math.
On this occasion, the Chief Minister also met the devotees associated with the Math and the local people and enquired about their well-being. Chillupar MLA Rajesh Tripathi, Khajani MLA Shriram Chauhan, BJP District President Janardan Tiwari and a large number of local people were present here.