Vrindavan: A Sankalp Deep Jyoti Yatra was organised in Vrindavan on Tuesday to spread awareness about the campaign seeking the liberation of Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi. Led by Mahendra Pratap Singh, advocate and president of the Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi Mukti Nyas, the procession began at Chintamani Kunj and proceeded to the ISKCON temple.
During the march, saints and religious leaders urged members of the Hindu community to become aware of the issue and strengthen the ongoing movement. The trust appealed to Hindu families in India and abroad to light a lamp in their homes during the holy month of Kartik as a symbol of their resolve concerning Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi.
Campaign Plans Extend Beyond India
Mahendra Pratap Singh said several initiatives were being undertaken to bring the Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi dispute to public attention. These include the Hindu Chetna Yatra, the Chalo Gaon Ki Ore campaign, vehicle and foot marches, and programmes associated with the Braj Chaurasi Kos Parikrama.
He stated that evidence relating to the Janmabhoomi case had been submitted before the court and that the matter was being pursued through legal channels.
Singh added that the Sankalp Deep campaign was being prepared for an international outreach. Discussions had reportedly taken place with supporters living in Spain, Germany, the United States, Japan, Australia and Austria. Plans are being considered to encourage Hindu families in these countries to light lamps during Kartik and reaffirm their commitment to the campaign.
Saints Urge Devotees to Participate in the Lamp-Lighting Drive
Sant Govindanand Teerth Maharaj said the collective strength and unity of saints could help advance even the most challenging objectives. He described the lamp carried during the Sankalp Deep Jyoti Yatra as a symbol not only of light but also of faith and determination. He appealed to people to light a Krishna Deep in their homes and support the initiative.
Sant Balaram Baba described Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi as a significant centre of Sanatan faith and emphasised the need to resolve the dispute associated with the site. Paramhans Swami Sureshanand Maharaj also expressed support for the campaign and encouraged Hindu families to participate in the lamp-lighting initiative.
Religious Leaders Call for Greater Public Awareness
Bhagwat preacher Varsha Ji stressed the importance of raising public awareness about issues concerning the birthplace of Lord Krishna. Mahamandaleshwar Dr Adityanand Ji Maharaj of Chintamani Kunj said efforts to strengthen the movement concerning the original sanctum sanctorum site should continue.
Sant Devanand Van Maharaj supported the demand for the construction of a grand temple at the site, while Sant Dashrathdas Maharaj expressed hope for an early decision in the Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi case.
Swami Atul Krishna Das Maharaj urged people to become more aware of the issue and supported the demand for a temple at Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi in Mathura, drawing a comparison with the temple movement in Ayodhya.
Several Saints and Prominent Personalities Attend
The procession was attended by Swami Shivchandranand Maharaj, Swami Gaurav Das Maharaj, Mahamandaleshwar Krishnanand Ji Maharaj, Raghuveer Das, Bhakt Das, Yogendra Das Maharaj, Ramakant Sharan, Yashvardhanacharya Maharaj and Akshaydas Maharaj.
Other participants included Kunwar Ashok Pratap Singh, film director Vijay Pal Singh, film screenwriter Aadesh Ko Arjun and Pradeep Sharma, along with several other supporters.
