Uttarakhand: Mobile notifications, work pressure and even 2-minute concentration has become difficult. At such a time, every Sawan on the land of Devbhoomi Uttarakhand, a scene is seen which directly reminds us of the sages of Tretayug.
Acharya Mahamandaleshwar of Panchayati Akhara Niranjani, Pujya Swami Kailashanand Giri Ji Maharaj, who has been taking the pledge of unbroken Shiva Sadhana for public welfare in Haridwar for the last many years, has become the biggest example of devotion and restraint in today’s era.
One posture, 22 hours of silence: resolution, not body, speaks
As soon as the month of Sawan starts in Siddhapeeth Dakshin Kali Peeth of Haridwar, Maharaj Ji sits on the same seat for 22 to 23 hours. Neither moving, nor moving, nor speaking despite the extreme heat, humidity and body fatigue.
All this time he remains engrossed only in Maha-Rudrabhishek and meditation of Lord Kailasheshwar Mahadev. While chanting the mantras, his eyes remain closed and his consciousness remains immersed only in the Shiva element.
The seekers associated with the ashram say that it is not possible for an ordinary person to do such a long meditation without eating, drinking or resting. This is possible only with the power of yoga, unwavering willpower and unalloyed devotion towards Bholenath.
“Shiva needs true emotion, not ostentation”: Message of Shiv Mahapuran
Swami Kailashanand Giri Ji Maharaj does not do this sadhana for his personal accomplishment. Their objective is clear: world peace, national welfare and upliftment of Sanatan culture.
He says this again and again in his sermons and in the stories of Shiva Mahapuran:
“Mahadev is the beginning and the end. There is no need for a big event to attain him. A pot of water, a belpatra and true feelings are enough.” They believe that even in Kaliyuga, if spiritual practice is done selflessly, God’s blessings are showered immediately.
Environment resolution with Shiva Sadhana
Another unique aspect of Maharaj ji’s devotion to Shiva is related to nature. They say that Lord Shiva is the embodiment of nature itself. Therefore, planting trees has now become a part of their ritual.
Throughout Saavan, lakhs of devotees coming from India and abroad take oath to plant trees and save the environment. The message of the massive campaign run by his ashram is clear: worshiping Shiva also means protecting the universe.
inspiration for modern society
Religious leaders believe that this continuous sadhana of Swami Kailashanand Giri Ji is a mirror for today’s busy generation. It shows that the mind can be controlled even amidst technology and fast pace.
This ritual taking place on the holy land of Haridwar is not just a religious event. It shows the path of spirituality, restraint and peace to the entire human race.
In Kalyug, when everything is changing, this penance of Swami Kailashanand Swami Kailashanand Giri Ji Maharaj reminds us that faith and determination are as alive today as they were in Tretayug.