Shrimad Bhagwat Katha Concludes with Krishna’s Raas Leela, Rukmini Vivah and Sudama Charitra; Discourse Continues Till 11 PM
Published on: September 11, 2026
By: BTNI
Location: Rajnandgaon, India
The concluding day of the Shrimad Bhagwat Katha, organised by the Shadani Seva Mandal, presented profound messages on life, death, devotion, friendship and duty through the episodes of Lord Krishna’s Raas Leela, Rukmini Vivah, Sudama Charitra and the Parikshit-Takshak episode.
The discourse was delivered by Katha Vyas Pujya Shri Rishiraj Ji, who presented the various episodes in an engaging and impactful manner. The concluding session continued until 11 pm and came to an end with the evening aarti.
Death Is of the Body, the Soul Is Immortal
While narrating the Parikshit-Takshak episode, Pujya Shri Rishiraj Ji said that whoever comes into the world must eventually see the physical body perish. This, he said, is the law of nature.
He explained that when King Parikshit came to know that his death would come at the hands of Takshak, he had already attained Brahma Gyan through listening to the Shrimad Bhagwat. The Bhagwat Katha narrated by Sukhdev Ji had removed the fear of death from within him.
He presented the episode involving Takshak and the Brahmin with particular vividness, explaining that the relationship between the power to prevent death and the law of nature helps a person understand the mystery of karma and destiny.
Although Parikshit’s physical body perished, his consciousness had become established in Brahman. This, he said, is the supreme message of the Bhagwat.
Rukmini Episode Explained Principles of Life
Through the episode of Lord Shri Krishna and Rukmini, Pujya Ji explained principles related to marriage, respect, duty and spiritual life in simple language.
His style of narration enabled people from the intellectual class to ordinary devotees and children to understand the essence of the episode with ease.
Sudama: A Symbol of Contentment and Self-Respect
The Sudama Charitra created a particularly emotional atmosphere in the Katha pandal.
Pujya Shri Rishiraj Ji said that viewing Sudama merely as a poor or destitute Brahmin would amount to diminishing the greatness of his character. He described Sudama as a symbol of renunciation, contentment, self-respect and selfless devotion.
A beautiful tableau depicting the Rukmini Vivah and Sudama episodes was presented, which greatly delighted the devotees. During the series of bhajans associated with the Rukmini Vivah episode, devotees immersed themselves in devotion, danced with enthusiasm and created an atmosphere that remained memorable for those present.
Krishna-Sudama Friendship Presented as an Eternal Example
Taking a dig at what he described as the notion of friendship prevalent today, Pujya Shri Rishiraj Ji said that people often speak about their relationships with influential individuals, but true friendship is demonstrated when a person of higher standing himself calls someone of lesser standing a friend and gives that person respect.
He said that the manner in which Dwarkadhish Shri Krishna embraced Sudama with affection remains the highest example of true friendship.
Sudama’s wife Sushila encouraged him to visit Shri Krishna. Sudama reached Dwarka but did not ask the Lord for anything to remove his poverty.
Shri Krishna understood the thoughts of his friend himself. The Lord accepted the love hidden in Sudama’s small bundle of beaten rice and established an immortal example of friendship.
The emotional and impactful narration of Pujya Shri Rishiraj Ji left a deep impression on the faces of the devotees.
Late-Night Presence of Devotees Reflected the Grandeur of the Event
The efficient conduct of the programme by Mahesh Motalani, along with his motivational addresses at intervals, made the atmosphere more lively.
The presence of devotees until late at night reflected the grandeur of the आयोजन.
Swami Darbar Guru Yudhishthirlal Ji Highlights Spiritual Significance
Swami Darbar Guru Sant Yudhishthirlal Ji said that Shrimad Bhagwat is the fifth Veda, which opens the path towards salvation and attainment of the Supreme.
He said the Bhagwat is not merely something to be heard as a story, but a spiritual scripture that guides life towards dharma, devotion and righteous conduct.
Swami Darbar Guru Ji praised the nectar-like narration of the Bhagwat by Rishiraj Ji and appreciated the dedication, patience and devotional spirit of the organisers and devotees. He also commended the organisers for the orderly arrangements.
He summarised the essence of the seven-day Bhagwat Gyan Yagya in a few minutes, effectively providing devotees with a revision of the key messages delivered during the Katha after its conclusion.
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Dainik Swadesh Bureau Chief Purushottam Tiwari Honoured
On the occasion, Dainik Swadesh Bureau Chief Purushottam Tiwari and Nandgaon Times Editor Ashok Pandey were specially honoured by Pujya Shri Rishiraj Tripathi Ji.
Shadani Yuva Mandal members Alok Motalani and Bhagirath Andani were also honoured by Sant Yudhishthirlal Ji for their outstanding service during the Shrimad Bhagwat Katha.
Devotees and Guests Attend the Concluding Session
Among those specially present at the Katha were Sindhi Panchayat President Mannumal Motalani, Avtaram Tejwani, Sadhana Tiwari, Sharda Tiwari, Sai Satyam Shadani from Raipur, Nanak Ram Sahitya, Sandeep Kanwal, Chiman Das Meghwani and Mehar Khetwani from Bhilai, and Kushabh Shadani and Jeetu Batra from Durg.
A large number of women devotees and Bhagwat devotees were also present. Following the Katha, everyone received prasad.
Shadani Seva Mandal Expresses Gratitude
Shadani Seva Mandal President Raja Makhija described the organisation of the Shrimad Bhagwat Katha as historic, extended his best wishes to everyone and expressed gratitude to all those associated with the event.
The information was provided in a press release by Ambrik Motalani of Shadani Seva Mandal.
