Death anniversary of Rajarshi Bhagyachandra held
Source: Chronicle News Service
Imphal, October 17 2023:
The 225th death anniversary of Rajarshi Bhagyachandra was observed jointly by Shri Shri Govindaji Temple Board, Karta Bhagyachandra Parishad and Shri Shri Reseshwori Pala Marup, on Tuesday.
The event was marked by offering of Tarpan at his birthplace Yaiskul Janmasthan early in the morning followed by floral tributes to the statue of Rajarshi Bhagyachandra at Khwairamband Keithel Shamu Makhong.
Later a feast with 108 different dishes on a large plate was offered at Shri Shri Govindaji temple.
Speaking at Shri Shri Govindaji temple, Govindaji Temple Board Bor Senapati RK Chi-ranjit informed that the death anniversary of Rajarshi Bhagyachandra observed every year on the 3rd day of Manipuri Lunar month Mera.
However, considering the present turmoil in the state, the observance has been organised in a low key manner with only religious activities conducted.