International Geeta Mahotsav

Gita Jayanti Mahotsav is organised in the holy land of Kurukshetra. It possesses huge significance as it is regarded as the birthday of Bhagavad-Gita which is considered as the most pious and influential scriptures of Hindu mythology. It is celebrated on the Shukla Ekadashi, the 11th day of the waxing moon of the Margashirsha (Agrahayan) month of the Hindu calendar. It is believed the Bhagavad Gita was revealed to Arjuna by Krishna in the battlefield of Kurukshetra. It comprises political, spiritual, psychological, practical and philosophical values. Thus, to commemorate the sacred day when Lord Krishna offered his philosophical teachings to King Arjuna during the battle of Kurukshetra, people celebrate Gita Jayanti. Gita Jayanti is celebrated all over the world by the devotees of Lord Krishna. Devotees observe a fast on this day as it is also an Ekadashi day. Bhajans and Poojas and cultural shows are also organized on this day and people gathering in large numbers to be a part of this divine event and seek blessings.