Chief Justice Pays Homage to Kashi's Revered Deities, Chief Justice of India, Justice Dr. D.Y. Chandrachud Visits Kashi for Two-Day Tour
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On a significant and spiritual visit, the Chief Justice of India, Justice Dr. D.Y. Chandrachud, arrived in Kashi on Saturday evening for a two-day tour. The visit commenced with reverence and devotion as he paid homage to Kashi's revered deity, Kal Bhairav, and later sought blessings from Baba Vishwanath.
Justice Dr. D.Y. Chandrachud reached the Circuit House in Varanasi at around 7 PM on Saturday. Shortly after his arrival, he proceeded to the famous Kal Bhairav temple, a place of great spiritual significance and often referred to as the Kotwal (chief police officer) of Kashi. Inside the sanctum sanctorum, Justice Chandrachud performed rituals and offered his respects, guided by the temple priests who conducted the ceremonies with traditional Vedic hymns and procedures.
The Chief Justice's spiritual itinerary includes participation in the Mangala Aarti at the Kashi Vishwanath Temple early Sunday morning. The Mangala Aarti, a pre-dawn ritual, is one of the most revered ceremonies dedicated to Lord Shiva, where devotees gather to witness the divine event and seek blessings. Following this, Justice Chandrachud is scheduled to visit the Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple, another prominent and ancient temple in Varanasi dedicated to Lord Hanuman. Here, he will partake in the rituals and offer his prayers.
Justice Dr. D.Y. Chandrachud's visit to these holy sites underscores the deep cultural and spiritual roots of India's judiciary and leadership. His homage to Kal Bhairav and Baba Vishwanath, and his participation in the Mangala Aarti and rituals at the Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple, highlight the importance of spirituality and tradition in the lives of India's eminent personalities.
Conclusion
The visit of the Chief Justice of India to Kashi is not just a personal spiritual journey but also a symbolic gesture that reinforces the integral connection between India's judicial system and its rich cultural heritage. As Justice Chandrachud engages in these sacred rituals, his actions resonate with millions of devotees and uphold the timeless traditions that are the bedrock of Indian spirituality.
