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Forum Group thanks Udaipurites for making Purple Run such a grand event

Forum Purple Run is India’s first-ever run organized by Forum group with a motive of creating awareness about Alzheimer’s disease. This run is held to create a sense of consciousness, sympathy, and poise towards this disease. The main aim behind the run is to raise create awareness about Alzheimer’s disease so that people can identify the disease at the correct time and procure the necessary treatment.

This year, Forum Purple Run was organized on 15 September’19 across 8 Malls situated in 6 Major Cities. Below mentioned is the list of the malls, which organized Forum Purple Run:

  • Forum Mall Koramangala, Bangalore
  • Forum Neighbourhood Mall, Bangalore
  • Forum Shantiniketan, Bengaluru
  • Forum Vijaya Mall, Chennai
  • Forum Fiza Mall, Mangalore
  • Forum Sujana Mall, Hyderabad
  • Forum Centre City, Mysore
  • Forum Celebration Mall, Udaipur

Unprecedented enthusiasm was seen among the Udaipurites towards this run. Around 1300 people participated including people aged 6 to 70. Each one of them participated with great enthusiasm. The run commenced at 6:00 am from flag off, which started from the Celebration Mall and finished again at the Celebration Mall via RK Circle, Shobhagpura Circle, 100 Feet Road.

Winners:

  • In 10 km:

Under Men’s category – First position was bagged by Rajendra Vyas, second by Pannalal Kharadi, and third by Rambharosh.

Under Women’s category – First positioned was bagged by Sunita Jat, second by Ritu Kumari Sharma, and third by Bishnu Kumari.

  • In 5 km:

Under Men’s category – First position was bagged by Praveen Kumar, second by Gopal Lal Kumawat, and third by Gulshan Meena.

Under Women’s category – First position was bagged by Kiran Janwa, second by Lalita Vyas, and third by Dimple Lohar. The winners were awarded medals.

Special Guest of Honour for the event DP Dadhich, Circle Inspector, Sukher and Chief Guest Ankit Singh Ji, Commissioner Municipal Corporation congratulated the winners. The winners were awarded medals and trophies. In addition, the winners and runner-ups received gift vouchers worth Rs.1.20 lakh.

It is noteworthy that the Forum Purple Run event has simultaneously held such a great initiative across 8 malls situated in 6 different cities of the country.

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People

Ashish Yadav- A young Entrepreneur from Udaipur started Trybhi.com

Ashish Yadav -a young entrepreneur from Udaipur at 17 years old began his inventory by contributing 1 Million making a site named Trybhi.com

Ashish structured a site where portable embellishments from the whole way across the world would be accessible at a sensible cost. Producing business in online business Ashish at such a youthful age happened to become solid and firm in his field.

The current era of Existing web-based e-commerce platforms are more qualified to sell organized and branded items (for the most part gadgets like cell phones, TVs, and climate control systems). They for the most part offer to generally refined customers, for whom accommodation and determination are significant. Their English-first approach and UIs are requirements for the NHB portion.

In addition, the organization does not empower a significant instrument for structure trust, for example, data on what others are doing on the stage. For merchants as well, web-based business is intended to take into account bigger, sorted out players, though most vendors in India, even on the web, are little. Overall, online shopping is at present more about price discovery than product discovery. Online business has made significant steps, yet its infiltration is still low in India.

Today Ashish Yadav at 17 years old has an immense scope of extras and various purchasers online and serving huge range of products in the mobile and electronic world.
Visit his website trybhi.com and also Amazon & Flipkart marketplace to explore the available products.
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What is Paryushan and What is the importance of Paryushan?

Paryushan Parva is the king of all festivals for the whole Jain community living across the globe. Thus, it is also known as Parva Dhiraj. Every Jain tries to follow the basic principles of Jainism during this festival, which are:

  • Right knowledge
  • Right faith
  • Right conduct

These are the three essentials for attaining liberation and Nirvana. We can easily understand the word Paryushan by breaking it into two parts: Pari means to recollect yourself and Vasan means at a place; Overall it means to know yourself or recollect yourself at a place in your spirit.

Every year, the Jain community celebrates Paryushan Parva for self-purification and spiritual development. The most distinguished holiday in their calendar is this celebration. Jains from all over the world celebrate Paryushan Parv with a strong sense of faith and conviction. They consider it to be a highly significant festival in which they get ready for 8 or 10 days of prayer and fasting. The Digambar Jains celebrate it for ten days, whereas the Shwetambar Jains observe it for 8 days.

PURPOSE AND IMPORTANCE OF PARYUSHAN?

The festival of Paryushan starts on Shravan Vad 12th or 13th and ends on Bhadarva sud 4th or 5th (late August – September). This festival’s true meaning and aim are to apologize and ask for forgiveness for any kind of sins committed. The disciples put their spiritual and mental growth ahead of their physical necessities while they observe the fast. They make amends for their misbehaviours and swear never to commit another mistake in the future. Fasting helps in mental and physical purification, and constant prayers and meditation offer a chance for soul-searching. Ratna-Tray, or the three gems of Jainism, right knowledge, right faith, and right behaviour, are the important beliefs of Jainism and they make sure to follow them, especially during Paryushan. They are encouraged to be non-violent, truthful, and non-stealing, maintain celibacy and abandon themselves from all attachments. While most Jains find it challenging to uphold these principles throughout the year, they make a special effort and make sure to follow these principles during Paryushan.

WHY IS PARYUSHAN CELEBRATED?

This festival gives everyone a chance for self-analysis and deep introspection. It also reminds us that life’s eventual and main aim is not the pursuit of materialism but to attain the state of Nirvana. Paryushan stands for some of the most important practices like:

  • Nonviolence (Ahimsa)
  • Engaging in self-discipline (Sanyam)
  • Partial or complete fasting Penance (Tapah)
  • Study of Scriptures (Swadhyaya)
  • Introspection (Pratikraman)
  • Repentance (Prayaschitta)

HOW IS PARYUSHAN CELEBRATED?

Fasting plays a significant role in Paryushan. While some Jains just fast on the first and last days, others follow this ritual during the entire 8 (Shwetambar) or 10 (Digambar) days period. They only eat before dusk and only consume boiled or cleaned water on the days they fast. Green leafy vegetables are avoided. They read sacred Jain books and scriptures. They meditate and perform prayers. They also sing devotional songs and listen to the Jain monks’ speeches and orations.

Pratikraman is also performed by many Jains during the festival. The word Pratikraman is made from the combination of two words, Pra meaning return and atikraman meaning violation. Literally, it means returning from the violations.

During the Paryushan days, below mentioned are the five essential things Jains try and observe:-

  • SADHARMIK VATSALYA: It means the welfare of the other fellow Jains.
  • AMARI PRAVARTAN: Following ahimsa or non-violence is also one of the major aspects of this festival.
  • ATTHAMA TAP: Fasting for days is also considered as one of the major aspects. People also practice ayambils which means one meal of tasteless food, during the whole day. 

Other forms of taps are:

  • Ekashana: Eating only once a day
  • Byasana: Eating twice a day.
  • CHAITYA PARIPATI: It involves daily visits to temples, pilgrimage to holy places, paying respect and devotion to the Lord Mahavira through worship, prayers, and meditation.
  • KSHAMAPANA: It is one of the most significant parts of celebrating this festival. Kshamapana means forgiveness. It involves asking for forgiveness from all the people whom we may have hurt in the past or present life. It also includes forgiving those who have hurt us and forgive them for their shortcomings and weaknesses.
  • SAMVATSARI: The last day of this 8-day long festival is Samvatsari, and it is the most important of all. Most Jains try to have a fast and get together to perform the Pratikraman. This is also the day where everyone asks to ‘Forgive and Forget’ – Tass Michami Dukkaram.

Paryushan is not just a festival to rejoice and celebrate; instead, it is a ‘parva’ in which all Jains try to discipline themselves. People try to live with the utmost simplicity and try to purify everything, from food to clothes and thoughts to deeds. Jains don’t eat underground beets and roots. Meals are avoided after sunset. People also do Vaas and Upwasa to purify their souls and body.

Unfortunately, the bad news is this festival of purity is nowadays taken as a burden by new generations. They only take it as a burden when they have to follow many regulations. They do not understand the foundation behind observing this festival. Still, the gurus and marasas are trying to rebuild the faith in the religion like it was used to be in the older days.

At last, Team UdaipurBlog would like to wish Happiness and Prosperity on this occasion of Paryushan Parv.

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Places to Visit

Bagheri ka Naka- A Perfect Place for Monsoon Getaway

Bageri ka Naka

It is rightly said that “ Life isn’t about waiting for the storm to pass…rather it’s more about learning to dance in the rain”. Usually, monsoons are considered dark and gloomy, which is absolutely a fallacy. And particularly if you are in Udaipur it cannot be monotonous, knowing that it is one of the best monsoon destinations in India.

People in Udaipur are always ready to fasten their seatbelts to hop on to the nearby areas during monsoon instead of merely sitting inside homes and sipping tea with pakoras. Monsoons are extremely pleasurable and one cannot make an omelette without breaking an egg, so get ready to get wet. 

bageri k naka

One such ideal place to visit during monsoon is Bagheri ka Naka which is a picnic spot for locals. Bagheri ka Naka is a small dam, nearly 50 km away from Udaipur in the Rajsamand district which is named after the village Bagheri. 

The place is a feast to the photographers’ eye, having lush green Aravali hills offering a perfect backdrop for the frame. The place usually gets flooded with people during rains when the water from the dam overflows. Moreover, it falls on the Udaipur-Kumbhalgarh lane which itself is a picturesque site where you can witness clouds kissing the mountains and thus a perfect place for a family getaway.

Do’s and Dont’s 

  • The place is in the interior of the village and you cannot find shops or good restaurants on the way or nearby area, hence it will be good to take food and some refreshment along.
  • The place is an excellent destination for photography enthusiasts, thus make sure that you do not forget to carry your camera or smartphones.
  • There is a pathway leading to the top of the dam, which offers a complete 360-degree view of the dam and the lake. It is suggested to wear comfortable trekking footwear so that you can easily climb the rocky track that leads to the dam.
  • Most people visit during monsoon to enjoy the overflow of water from the dam. Be cautious while you step in the water, since running water may cause a casualty.
  • Be very cautious while you step in the water, the base may be slippery which might cause you to fall. 
  • Special precautions must be taken if you are taking kids along, at the same time adults should be watchful during the time the dam overflows.Bageri ka Naka

Best Time to Visit

Monsoon is probably the best time to visit Bageri ka Naka because the dam overflows and that just doubles the beauty of this place. Locals usually prefer to visit during weekends but for a traveller, any day can be the best day.

How to reach

The place is nearly 50 km and a more than an hour ride from Udaipur since the roads are narrow and not very well developed. This place can also be reached from Nathadwara and is merely 31 km from there. Private cars or taxis are the best options, however, if you are a true adventurer you can travel through a bike as well.

Bageri ka Naka

location : 

https://www.google.com/maps/place/Bagheri+Ka+Naka+Dam/@24.9111505,73.5929667,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x396804dcc890fc0d:0xd57331becd16cc3f!8m2!3d24.9111457!4d73.5951554

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Badola Hyundai launched its first showroom in Udaipur

Badola Hyundai a trusted name from Rajsamand operating since 2012 opens its Showroom in Udaipur at Shobhagpura Circle on 26th August’19. The opening was done by Managing Director Mr. SS KIM and Executive Director Mr. SJ HA of Hyundai Motors Pvt. Ltd. along with other Hyundai officials.

Mr. SS KIM also addressed & interacted with staff post cake cutting & lamp lighting ceremony.

The all-new Hyundai Grand I10 NIOS was also delivered to the first customer by Mr. Amil Rajeev, Area Sales Manager.

Badola Hyundai director’s also thanked Regional Manager Mr. Rajat Goyal & Mr. Sarabjeet along with Mr. Pratul, Mr. Siddharth & Mr. Sohan for all the support extended to Launch Badola Showroom in Udaipur.

  • Badola Hyundai also opened its Service Center behind DPS School, old RTO road, 100 ft for Hyundai buyers, which is equipped with latest technologies & machines to take care of your Hyundai car.
  • Different zoning for Accidental cars & regular service has been made to ensure the delivery to the customers can be done as soon as possible with less wait time, which has been a challenge which customers face.

Our team can also guide you on how to take care of your car during MONSOON meanwhile you can get your car under washed which is most recommended in Monsoon season.

  • All Hyundai car owners are invited to visit our Service Center & our team of qualified experts will guide you to the best possible recommendations. Book prior appointment by calling at 8279092021, we are open 9.30am to 6.30pm.

If you are not existing customer of HYUNDAI and planning to add HYUNDAI to your family then visit our showroom on your next outing with your family or friends for a coffee, dinner, kitty or any other celebration, we will be glad to see you & welcoming you at BADOLA HYUNDAI SHOWROOM, Shobhagpura Circle. You can also call on 8279092009 (9.30am to 9pm) to know more or Google us & we are sure you won’t miss finding us.

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30 कंटेस्टेंट, सपना सिर्फ एक “मिल जाए दो लाख कैश”

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“पैसों के पेड़ की डाल थामे और 2 लाख का सपना संजोए”

94.3 MY FM ने उदयपुर में पिछले 12 सालों मे हर तरह से उदयपुरवासियों का दिल जीता है, फिर चाहे वो सितोलिया प्रिमियर लीग हो या दिल वाली दीवार, रंग्रेज़ या फिर एक प्याला खुशी। इसी कड़ी को आगे बढ़ाते हुए और बड़े बुज़ुर्गों की कहावत को जुठला कर 94.3 माय एफएम ने सीज़न वन (2018) में पैसों का पेड़ लगाया, जिसने उदयपुर में अलग ही धूम मचा दी थी। उदयपुर के लोगों का उत्साह देखते हुए, 94.3 माय एफएम एक बार फिर इस साल पैसो का पेड़ सीजन 2 लेकर आया है, आइए जानते है आखिर ये पैसों का पेड़ है क्या:

पैसों का पेड़ अपनी ही तरह कि एक अनोखी प्र्तियोगिता है जहाँ 30 कंटेस्टेंटस को 72 घंटों तक पैसों के पेड़ से चिपके रहने को कहा जाता है, और जो प्रतिभागी, यह चैलैंज पूरा कर लेता है उन्हें माय एफएम की और से 2 लाख रुपये दिए जाते है। इस साल  निम्न प्रतिभागियों को इन कारणों से चुना गया:

 

Name REASON
Vijay Soni Vijay Soni स्टूडेंट हैं और इन्होंने योगा में एमए किया है।
Ravi Menaria Ravi आधा पैसा दान करना चाहते है, और बाकी पैसों से मॉ बाप को तीर्थ पर भेजना चाहते है।
Prashant Lalwani Prashant sector 6 में रहते  है और इन्हें Tomorrow Land जाना है।
Anuj Kumar Lakhan Anuj को जिमिंग पसंद है और इन पैसों से परिवार की मदद करना चाहते है।
Daulat Mewari Daulat, you tube channel चलाते है और इन पैसों से मेवाड़ की संस्कृति को internet पर प्रमोट करेंगे।
Dhnanjay Joshi Dhnanjay स्वयं12वीं पास है और छोटे भाई की पढ़ाई में मदद करेंगे।
Bahadur Singh 21 वर्षीया Bahadur Singh पेसिफ़िक  कॉलेज के स्टूडेंट हैं और अपने ड्रीम्स पूरे करना चाहते हैं।
Shakti Singh Panwar बेड़वास निवासी Shakti Singh मुंबई जाकर मॉडलिंग करना चाहते हैं।
Rytham Panwar कुछ महीनों बाद Rytham की माता जी का इलाज होना है, इन पैसों से उन्हें कफी मदद मिलेगी।
Nihal Sahu Nihal सीजन 1 के विनर मनोज से प्रभावित हैं और अपना नाम कमाना चाहते हैं, मात्र 21 वर्ष की उम्र में ही फेमिली को काफी सपोर्ट कर रहे हैं।
Avish Jain Avish इन पैसों को स्टॉक मार्केट में लगाना चाहते हैं।
Bharat Kalra Bharat अपना बिज़नेस शुरू करना चाहते हैं और साथ ही वह बहुत अच्छे डांसर भी हैं।
Himanshu Khokhawat Himanshu नेशनल पॉवरलिफ्टर हैं और इन पैसों से फरवरी में होने वाली प्रतियोगिता की तैयारी करेंगे।
Kaushal Rao Kaushal  के सपने बड़े हैं उन्हें मिस्टर राजस्थान एटेम्पट करना है, साथ ही अपना जिम खोलना है, स्वयं जिम ट्रेनर हैं।
Vishal Gawariya Vishal की आर्थिक स्थिति ठीक नहीं है, और उन्का मानना है कि यह पैसा परिवार की मदद करेगा।
Aayush Soni बेदला निवासी Aayush को बिज़नेस आईडिया बड़ा करना है और जल्द ही स्टार्टअप शुरू करना है।
Suresh Kumar Jat Suresh भुवाना में स्पोर्ट्स टीचर हैं और स्पोर्ट्स अकादमी लांच करना चाहते है, ताकि खिलाड़ियों को नेशनल लेवल पर पंहुचा सकें।
Surbhi Upadhyay Surbhi पैसों के पेड़ को लेकर काफी क्रेजी हैं और परिवार की मदद से एनिमल शेड बनवाना चाहती हैं।
Sonika Jain आमिर खान के साथ विज्ञापन में नज़र आ चुकी, और Miss Udaipur, Miss Mewar, Femina Miss India में पार्टिसिपेट कर चुकी Sonika Jain एनिमल ऐड का काम करना चाहतीं है।
Nisha Singh Shaktawat Nisha को अपनी सिस्टर को नेशनल प्रतियोगिता में भेजना है।
Priyanka Lohar टेकरी निवासी Priyanka को अपने गांव में घर बनवाना है और कुछ पैसों से वह अपनी पेंटिंग को इम्प्रूव करना चाहती है।
Tara Janwa Tara अपने पिताजी का अपने गाँव में नाम रौशन करना चाहतीं हैं।
Milan Kunwar Shaktawat पढ़ाई कर रहे Milan अच्छे सिंगर हैं और अपने परिवार को प्रूव करना चाहते हैं कि वो कुछ अलग कर सकते हैं।
Rimjhim Sharma Rimjhim को खुद के लिए शॉपिंग करना है और फैशन डिज़ाइनिंग कोर्स की फीस भी वह इन्हीं पैसों से देंगी।
Khushbu Nayak Khushbu अपने पापा को मोटरसाइकिल दिलाना चाहतीं हैं।
Nutan Sengar Nutan की सोच और सपने दोनों बड़े हैं; वह विदेश जाकर इंडियन डांस कल्चर प्रमोट करना चाहती हैi
Jenya Singh Jenya अपने दोस्त की माता जी का किडनी ट्रांसप्लांट का इलाज करवाना चाहती हैं।
Deepika Lodhi हिरण मगरी की रहने वाली Deepika गर्ल पावर को प्रमोट करना चाहती है।
Mrs Ankita Soni Zee marudhara Nach le show में पार्टिसिपेट कर चुकी Ankita Soni अपने पति की मदद करना चाहती हैं।
Reena Jain Reena ऋषिकेश में होने वाले 200 घंटों की ‘योग टीचर ट्रेनिगं’ लेना चाहती हैं।

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इस साल विशाल गवारिया ने अपने जुनून से 72 घंटों की यह जंग जीती। गुरुवार शाम 7 बजे शुरू हुई 72 घंटों की जंग पर आखिरकार रविवार शाम 7 बजे के बाद विराम लगा जब  94.3 MY FM को रेडियो कि दुनिया के फर्स्ट रियलिटी शो यानी पैसों का पेड़ का विजेता मिला। अंतिम क्षणों में जब फाइनल दो प्रतिभागियों को उनका फाइनल मूव होल्ड करने के लिए दिया गया, तब आखरी वक्त तक दिल की धड़कन थामे दोनों प्रतिभागी किसी भी स्थिति में हार स्वीकार करने को तैयार नहीं थे, और Lakecity Mall उस वक़्त Udaipur की जनता से खचाखच भरा था। आख़िरी टास्क मैं विशाल ओर सोनिका के बीच कॉम्पिटिशन हुआ। अंत में दूसरे स्थान पर रहने वाली सोनिका का फ़ोकस हिला और इस तरह winner बने शोभागपुरा के रहने वाले विशाल गवारिया।

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“पैंथर जोड़ा हमारे घरों तक पहुँचा या हमनें उनका घर छीन लिया?” – सच क्या है?

Panther in Udaipur
Panther in Gulab bagh

पिछले कई दिनों से लोकल मीडिया, आबादी क्षेत्र में पैंथर के आ जाने की खबर लगातार छाप रहे हैं। स्थानीय अख़बारों से लिए आकड़ें बताते हैं कि साल 2019 में अबतक, पैंथर के आबादी क्षेत्र में आने और उनके द्वारा शिकार करने की लगभग सात से आठ घटनाएँ सामने आ चुकी हैं। सभी घटनाएँ शहर के आसपास के गाँवों की थी, इसलिए ये लाइमलाइट में नहीं आ सकी। इन सभी घटनाओं में जान-माल का नुकसान ग्रामीणों का हुआ, इसलिए ये घटनाएँ चर्चा का विषय नहीं रही।Panther in gulab bagh

तीन दिन पहले शहर के स्मार्टफोंस पर एक विडियो वायरल हुआ जिसमें एक पैंथर को माछला मगरा की पहाड़ियों पर घुमते देखा गया और बिजली की गति से गली-गली यह बात पहुँच गई कि “पैंथर आया हुआ है दूध-तलाई मत जाना।”, “करनी माता साइड पैंथर दिखा, उधर मत जाना।”

दो दिन पहले गुलाब-बाग़ के चौकीदार ने एक पैंथर जोड़े को गुलाब-बाग़ में देखने का दावा किया। सभी के होश उड़ गए। क्यों उड़े होश? कौन है पैंथर के शहर में इतने अन्दर तक आ जाने, के पीछे का ज़िम्मेदार? मेरा तो यह कहना है कि पैंथर में दिमाग होना चाहिए कि वह गुलाब बाग़ कैसे आ धमका? उसके जैसों को तो यहाँ पिजरों में रखा जाता था। अब इतनी हिम्मत की गुलाब-बाग़ में वह खुले में घूमे? उसे पता होना चाहिए कि यह इंसानों का इलाका है, यहाँ उसकी कोई जगह नहीं है।

Panther in gulab bagh
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यह सब आपको वकालतनामा तो नहीं लग रहा न! अगर नहीं लग रहा है तो आप ग़लत हैं। लेकिन यह कोई कोर्ट-रूम ड्रामा नहीं है। उस छोटे से कमरे के बाहर का ड्रामा है, जहाँ इन्सान और जानवर एक ऐसे कोंफ्लिक्ट में फंस चुके हैं जिसका अब कोई अंत दिखलाई नहीं पड़ता।

सारे साँप ज़हरीले नहीं होते ठीक वैसे ही सभी इंसान भी गिरे हुए नहीं होते। लेकिन साँप होना बदनाम होना है चाहे वह ज़हरीला हो या न हो और यही बात अब इंसानों पर भी लागू होती है। दोनों को यदि एक ही कहावत में पिरोया जाए तो “एक मछली पूरे तालाब को गन्दा करती है ” कहावत एकदम सटीक बैठेगी।

Panther in gulab bagh
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कुछ दिनों पहले परसाद में एक बच्ची को मार डालने वाले पैंथर को मार दिया गया। बच्ची का मरना वाकई एक दुखद घटना थी लेकिन उस पैंथर को मार देना कहाँ तक सही था? क्या ‘प्रशासन’ जो कि अपने आप में बेहद भारी-भरकम शब्द है, पहले सचेत नहीं हुआ? वन-विभाग की क्या ज़िम्मेदारी बनती थी? क्या उनके पास और विकल्प मौजूद नहीं थे?

मुझे कोई उम्मीद नहीं है कि इन प्रश्नों के उत्तर मुझे मिल ही जायेंगे और यदि मिल भी जाते हैं तब भी एक इंसान होने के खातिर इतनी समझ तो है कि उस पैंथर को मार गिराने का काम, कोई बहादुरी का काम नहीं माना जाएगा।

हम विकास और स्मार्ट बनने की दौड़ में अंधे हो चले हैं। सिक्स लेन, अहमदाबाद ब्रॉडगेज़, होटल, अपार्टमेंट्स सभी अरावली की छाती को चीरकर बनाए जा रहे हैं। इस दौरान लाखों पेड़ इस तरह से काटे गए जैसे किसी युद्द में भयंकर नरसंहार हुआ हो। उनके कटने से वहाँ की ज़मीने लाल नहीं हुई लेकिन उसका असर अब दीखने लगा है। गर्मी का हद से ज़्यादा बढ़ना, बारिश की कमी, जंगली जानवरों का आबादी क्षेत्रों में आना, इसके उदाहरण हैं।

Aravalli Destroyed
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मैं अमेज़न के जंगलों की बात नहीं करूँगा और न ही मैं अपने आप को इस लायक मानता हूँ। मैं अपना ही घर नहीं संभाल पा रहा तो दूसरों के घरों की चीज़ें क्या सही करूँगा! सभी उदाहरण यहीं के हैं। इसी अरावली के, जो हमें मानसून आते ही आकर्षित करने लग जाती है और हम उसपर कुदाल चलाने पहुँच जाते हैं।

हम अधिकारियों-अफसरों की बात नहीं करें तो बेहतर है। वे क्या समझेंगे! उन्हें तो AC के रिमोट मिले हुए हैं, कारें मिली हुई हैं और बंगलों में उनके निवास हैं। मैं, मेरे जैसे लोगों से बात कर रहा हूँ। जिनके मन में शहर और शहर की प्राकृतिक धरोहर के लिए प्यार तो है पर वे इसे कहीं दिल में दबाए बैठे हैं।

Aravalli Destroyed
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मैं आपको बता दूँ, जिस समय मैं यह आर्टिकल लिख रहा हूँ, मेरे एक-एक शब्द पर एक-एक पेड़ कट रहा होगा और उसकी चीख़ तक नहीं निकलेगी। हो सकता है, इस आर्टिकल के अंत तक यहीं आसपास एक और पैंथर को त्रेन्क्युलाइज़ कर, मार दिया जाए और फिर जश्न की तैयारियां शुरू कर दें। लेकिन उस पैंथर का कराहना, इन पेड़ों को काटती, ज़मीनों को चीरती मशीनों की चिन्गाड़ में दब जाए।

यह भी हो सकता है कि आने वाले समय में इन बेज़ुबानों की आवाज़ बनने वालों पर भी कुदाल चला दी जाए। लेकिन हक़ीकत की दहाड़ दूर तक जाने वाली है। वह आज नहीं निकलेगी लेकिन आने वाले कल में, अगली पीढ़ी के कानों में ज़रूर गूंजेगी और तब वे हमें दुत्कारेंगे और कहेंगे, “हमारे पूर्वज बहुत दोयम दर्जे के थे यार।”

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Krishna Janmashtmi 2019: Mewar’s way of Celebration

Krishna

“नन्द के आनंद भयो, जय कन्हैया लाल की..!!”

“मुरली मनोहर श्री कृष्ण जी की जय..!!!”

With wide cultural diversity, religions, languages, and beliefs, we say India is not merely a country but a beautiful art piece blended with vibrant colours. In India, every other day is an event or a festival. One such festival is Krishna Janmashtmi, which is celebrated as birth anniversary of Lord Krishna and is observed with great vehemence. According to Hindu Mythology, Lord Krishna was born on the 8th day of Krishna paksha (called Ashtami) of Shravan month which usually falls in the months of August-September.

Krishna Janmashtmi

The story of Krishna is deeply embedded in the cultural fabric of India and the people of this land revere him as divine. Lord Krishna is considered to be the eighth incarnation (avatar) of Lord Vishnu who took birth in a human embodiment to end all the evils and injustices. Krishna was the eighth son of king Vasudeva and Devaki and was born in prison, since his parents were captured and imprisoned by his uncle, Kansa. When Kansa identified that his sister Devaki’s child Krishna would become the cause of his death, he wanted to kill him to eliminate the root cause. Hence, after his birth, he was secretly sent to Nanda and Yashoda who then brought him up as their child.

Birth of Krishna

Krishna is known for his mischievousness, and since his childhood, he was very fond of Makkhan (Butter). Ancient Hindu tales reveal that he used to steal butter from his neighbour’s place and thus also called with the name “Makhan Chor”. To commemorate the birth of Shri Krishna this festival is also recognized as Dahi Handi Parv. During Janmashtmi a Matki Phod event is held at places wherever it is celebrated; in which a group of individuals build a human pyramid to reach the matki (earthen pot) which is hung at a certain height. In India, it is celebrated zealously in Mathura and Vrindavan, the birthplace of Krishna and in the states of Gujarat, Maharashtra, Rajasthan and northeastern states of Assam and Manipur.

Makhan Chor

In Mewar region, Vaishnavas consider it as the most important religious festival because it marks the victory of good over evil. In Udaipur, the festival is celebrated in a way that showcases the typical Mewari culture. Several cultural activities are performed in different regions of Udaipur, but the most prominent and renowned one is held at Jagdish Chowk. The Dahi Handi event at Jagdish Temple is the biggest and renowned not only among locals but also visitors. Since Udaipur is a famous tourist destination many foreigners also love to attend this fest and witness this phenomenal event.

Dahi handi at jagdish chowk

Dahi Handi Event

Dahi Handi Event

In Mewar region, people usually keep fast and open it the next day or after midnight because Krishna was born at midnight. Devotees believe that Krishna will be born at midnight and thus they should eat only after his birth. In India, you can’t say it’s a festival unless special sweets are prepared, and Chappan Bhog is one for which Krishna Janmashtmi is famous for. ‘Chappan Bhog’ is a cluster of 56 dishes which is offered to God on the following day, which is known as ‘Nanda Utsav.’ After the offering, the food or Prasad is then distributed and shared among devotees so they can end their fast. Lord Krishna is also known as ‘Makhan Chor’ or “Laddu Gopal” or “Baal Gopal” and called with numerous other names. Since he was very fond of butter and milk, the Bhog mainly include dishes of milk like Makhan mishri (milk cake), rabri, rasgulla, murabba, saag, khichdi, milk, dry fruits, etc.

Chappan Bhog

Idols of Lord Krishna is adorned with news clothes and ornaments. The idol is placed in a swing called “Jhulaa,” which is also a part of the ritual. Then it is placed in a cradle to symbolize his birth. Women also draw tiny footprints walking towards their house, as a symbol for Krishna’s journey into their homes.

The bustling crowd at Jagdish Chowk, the colorful attires, the chants of “Haathi Godaa Palki Jai Kanhaiya Laal Ki”, the sweets made of milk and cream, pink-colored Gulal in the air, everything you see around is so enticing that one could easily forget the troubles of life and embrace the festive vibes with both arms open.

  

Udaipurblog wishes a very happy and joyous Krishna Janmashtmi to all its readers!!!

जय श्री कृष्णा..!!!  

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From Localities to Tourists, this Udaipur travel guide is your savior this monsoon

Monsoons around Udaipur, if defined in words can be described as actual freedom from scorching hot summers. Light rain showers are boosting for us, and a pleasant welcome to the upcoming joy and pleasure. Late, but Monsoons have arrived in our beautiful Lakecity, and we Udaipurites are all set to welcome them with a warm heart. The scorching summer is finally coming to its drastic end.

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Udaipur looks best in the monsoon season and masses, including national and international tourists arrive in the city of lakes to enjoy the beauty of Udaipur which increases fourfold right now.

Here’s a quick and complete Udaipur Travel Guide on how to enjoy Monsoons:

Places to Visit:

  • Monsoon Palace: Sajjangarh Fort or so-called Monsoon Palace become the hotspots for all the tourist visiting Udaipur during the rainy season. The picturesque view of the city from the top is enthralling.
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  • Fatehsagar Lake and Ambrai Ghat: As soon as the drops from the first rain touch the city, these two places get flooded. With water too, but more with people!

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  • Bahubali Hill: If you wish to witness Sunrise and a Sunset in utmost peace, Bahubali Hill is the way to go for you. The place is situated in the Aravali Ranges surrounding our lake city.
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  • Rayta: Majorly known for the sharp curves, surrounded by the natural valleys and greenery, Rayta gives a magnificent and unseen view of the city. A drive to this place gives a blissful view of Udaipur.

  • Keleshwar Ji: Situated just a few kilometers away from Pipliya Ji, Keleshwar Waterfall becomes a paradise for all the nature lovers. A bike ride to this place is equally refreshing and rejuvenating as a hot mug of coffee is for a caffeine addict.

 

The above-listed locations are just a few, we have listed below a few more places that are a must-visit during Monsoons:

  1. Nandeshwar Ji
  2. Madaar Dam
  3. Chandni Village
  4. Jhameshwar Ji
  5. Kundeshwar Mahadev Ji
  6. Kavita Village

 

Food to eat:

  • ·Pakode (पकोड़े): Whenever we talk about rains in this city, the first thing that’ll ever cross an Udaipurites mind is ‘Pakode’. We won’t be wrong if we call ‘Pakode’, the staple food for the monsoon season.
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  • Vegetable Maggi: Hot and freshly cooked Maggi fully loaded with veggies is the perfect food for all the foodies who wanna enjoy great taste instantly.
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  • Chai: For all the chai-holics, tea has always been an inseparable part of the daily routine life. Chai becomes of utmost importance while it’s raining out there during.
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  • Bread-Bada: Hot Bread-Bada or Bread-Pakoda are seriously a must-try while you are enjoying the monsoons in Udaipur.
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  • Corncob (भुट्टा): ‘Bhutta’ is the most enjoyed food when it comes to haveing some light snacks in the rainy season when you are at Fatehnagar. Various stalls and vendors can be spotted near the famous tourist destinations selling sweet corn and corn cobs. These are specially prepared on coal which gives the corncobs a natural taste and aroma.
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  • Sandwich:  We all are mad about cheesy sandwiches filled with our favorite creamy veggies, topped up with lots of cheese and that too in monsoons, wouldn’t it be the best thing ever?
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A guide for safety while you are enjoying Monsoons out there:

  • Take out your raincoats, umbrellas, waterproof shoes and always keep plastic bags handy to avoid your belongings from getting wet.
  • A shower after you get wet in the rains is a must.
  • Avoid wearing wet clothes without proper cleaning.
  • Before cooking green veggies, firstly wash them thoroughly.
  • Carry and drink boiled and purified water, juices and soups prepared at home only.

We hope this guide will help you to stay fit, healthy and enjoy the refreshing monsoons while you are in the Lakecity.

UdaipurBlog wishes everyone a very HAPPY, HEALTHY and UNFORGETTABLE MONSOON.

 

 

 

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40 Day Long Gavri Fest begins with the onset of Monsoon in Udaipur

Gavri Festival Udaipur

Once again, Gavri, the famous folk dance-drama fest has commenced with the advent of monsoon in Udaipur. A 40 day long festival of the Bheel tribe initiated from 16th August. The folk dance includes people from all ages starting from 8 to 80’s, who will dance and play to please the Goddess. During the Gavri festival, the Bheel community usually performs invocation rituals, which are conducted in Shravan month of hindu calendar; and thus the fest mostly falls in the months of August-September.

It may be noted that during the 40-day Gavari season not only the players avoid alcohol, meat and sex but also avoid wearing shoes, beds, bathing, and eating greens (which they believe might harm insects).  Also, some of the tribes observe fast on the “paancham” and “saatam” while the tribes of Bedla region have pledged to fast for the entire 40 days of celebrations. The Gavri troupes will uncross several regions while giving performances at different T-points of the town.