32-day Maha Aarti concludes successfully at Shri Raghunath Ji Temple

Excelsior Correspondent

JAMMU, Aug 1: The grand 32-day Maha Aarti was concluded here today at the historic Shri Raghunath Ji Temple after witnessing overwhelming public participation and appreciation.

The 32-day Maha Aarti commenced on July 2, 2026, and continued uninterrupted till August 2, 2026.

The sacred programme was formally inaugurated by the LG Manoj Sinha, in the gracious presence of senior officers of the district administration, marking the beginning of a month-long spiritual celebration in the heart of Jammu.

The Maha Aarti was organised under the guidance of Dr Ritu Singh, Chairperson of the Sanstha.

The religious proceedings commenced with a Grand Abhishek, performed in accordance with all Vedic rituals and traditions, setting the spiritual tone for the entire event.

Every evening, the temple reverberated with devotional hymns and prayers as thousands of pilgrims, tourists and local devotees gathered to witness the magnificent Maha Aarti.

The active involvement of Matr Shakti in performing the sacred rituals was widely appreciated by all sections of society and by the thousands of devotees who visited the temple during the month-long celebrations.

The programme also received enthusiastic support from its Brand Ambassadors, including Sonali Dogra, Sahaj Sabharwal, Shwetama, Bhoomi Thaper and Mahiya Tandon, who helped promote the spiritual initiative and encouraged greater public participation.

The office bearers include Founder and Vice-Chairman Baldev Khullar, president Rajesh Diwan, General Secretary Anup Jain, Secretaries Ramesh Gupta and Sachin Raina, Media In-charge Ridham Gupta and Treasurer Ankush Sethi, Advisor Mahant Rohit Shastri, Swati Dedeechj, Seema Murthy and Mona Saraf.

The successful execution of the Maha Aarti was made possible through the dedicated efforts of the Aarti Management Team and the committed office bearers of the Sanstha under the leadership of Dr. Ritu Singh.

The Sanstha further thanked the Dharmarth Trust and the management of Shri Raghunath Ji Temple for providing essential logistical support.