Shivakumar gave this response to the media on Saturday at Majestic and Kengeri railway stations.

“Through the Golden Chariot, we aim to introduce Karnataka’s tourist spots to the public and create employment. We do not need a profit from this. However, there should be no loss. We must all ensure that no loss is incurred. Everyone’s support is needed for this,” he said.

Golden Chariot is the Pride of Karnataka
“The Tourism Department’s ‘Karnataka Darshana’ scheme had been halted in between. After our government came to power and Minister K.J. George took charge, he revamped it and restarted the prestigious ‘Golden Chariot’. New tourist routes have been set, and luxury amenities provided. Already, 75 passengers are traveling,” he stated.

“Those who have not seen Karnataka completely should be encouraged to travel. For that purpose, the state government built special railway coaches and restarted the project by utilizing the Railway Department’s routes. Not just this, with the aim of introducing South Indian destinations, we have formulated another tourist circuit called ‘Jewels of the South’. We have prepared a route connecting great tourist centers like Hampi, Mahabalipuram, Mysuru, Bengaluru, Cochin, Chettinad, and others. A four-day tour package named ‘Dreams of Karnataka’ is also ready. Information regarding this will be provided in the coming days,” he said.

“In the entire country, there are 4 such special trains for tourism. Among these, only Karnataka and Rajasthan have 2 trains equipped with luxury amenities. Recently, tourists and foreign ambassadors from India and abroad visited Mysuru Dasara. Keeping everything in mind, our government is formulating many special programs with the intention of revamping tourist destinations in our state,” he said.

Let Golden Chariot Travel Be Affordable to the Common Man

‘Luxury train travel should not be restricted only to the rich. Common tourists of the state should also get the opportunity to travel on the Golden Chariot train to enjoy Karnataka’s historical, cultural, and natural beauty. With this objective, the government is considering providing travel options at lower rates during the off-season,” he stated.

Luxury Experience; People Should Also Get the Opportunity

“The Golden Chariot train features two restaurants. There is seating for about 80 passengers, and nearly 60 staff members work to serve them. There are many facilities including a spa, gym, and vegetarian and non-vegetarian dining options. Excellent arrangements have also been made for a comfortable overnight stay. I was very pleased to see everything. I too am waiting for an opportunity to travel on this train,” he said.

“This train is a valuable asset to Karnataka’s tourism. Re-launching this train, which could not be utilized properly in the past, and making it run on routes that attract tourists will complement the growth of tourism,” he expressed confidence.

Not Just for Outsiders, Let It Be for Our People Too

“Since Golden Chariot is a luxury train, the travel cost is slightly high. However, tourists from Karnataka should not be deprived of its benefits. The government’s intention is to attract more people by providing opportunities to travel at lower rates. This train should not be restricted only to tourists from other states. People of our Karnataka should also take advantage of it in large numbers. Discussions have also been held with the Railway Department in this regard,” he said.

New Energy for Tourism

“The Golden Chariot train service is being developed in collaboration with the Karnataka Tourism Department, Indian Railways, and IRCTC. In addition to benefiting tourists, this arrangement will boost local economic activities, including the hotel industry at tourist spots,” he said.

Route Expansion Without Affecting Regular Train Traffic

When asked about expanding the Golden Chariot train route, he stated, “When extending the route, discussions must be held with Railway Department officials. This should not cause any disruption to the regular movement of normal trains. Officials from both departments will discuss and finalize a suitable route.”

May the Journey of Golden Chariot Tourists Be Pleasant
“Golden Chariot is the pride of Karnataka. My gratitude to the Railway officials who extended their support. Best wishes to all tourists traveling on this special train,” wished the CM.

When asked if Union Minister V. Somanna was not invited to this event, he said, “Invitations have been extended to everyone. Somanna will join via video conference.”

Saudi Arabia Crisis; Helpline for Kannadigas

When asked about tourists from Karnataka stranded in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, he said, “I have written a letter to the Central Government regarding this. I am also in contact with the Minister of External Affairs. I have requested flight arrangements/security if needed. There are technical issues with flight operations. I will not speak much on this. Our officials are in continuous touch.”

“A helpline has been set up for Kannadigas. No one needs to panic. Our government, along with the Minorities Department and the Central Government, is with you,” he said.

The festival, hosted by the Bengaluru Rajput Sabha in Vasanth Nagar, Bengaluru, took place from October 11 to October 21. On the final day, (Oct. 21), rituals including the Maha Vijayadashami Puja, Shammi Puja and Devata Udvasanam (the ceremonial concluding rite for the deities) were performed. All the rituals were conducted by Mallikarjuna Shastri.

Prasadam and food were served to all those who attended the Vijayadashami Puja. Subsequently, Goddess Durga Devi and other idols—were taken in a grand procession and immersed in the lake at Ulsoor.

The event was attended by office-bearers of the Bengaluru Rajput Sabha, including President Ajit Singh, Vice-President D.R. Balaji Singh, General Secretary Balaji Singh R., Joint Secretaries Dr. N. Saras Chandra Singh and B.N. Nagarathna Bai, Treasurer Dinesh Singh S and Executive Committee members Heera Singh Balram, D.S. Krishna Singh, Lakshman Singh S. (retired DCP), Pratap Singh (retired ACP) and Chandra Singh.

Also present were members of the Sabha’s women’s wing: Nagarathna, Shobha Singh, Sulekha M.G., Durga Bai, Shivarani Bai, Madhumati, Asha R. Chauhan, and Lakshmi R. Many others, including Singh, Shakuntala Ram Singh, Shakuntala R. Singh, Sheetal Singh, Komal Singh, Prerana Singh, Latha Bai G, Rekha Singh, Sunita Singh, Pooja Singh, Manjula Bai, Manju P. Singh, Padma, Parvati Singh, Mala Devi and Kamani were in attendance.

On Tuesday (Oct. 20), The Niruthyalaya Art of Dance Acadamy—led by Bengaluru-based Natya Sevagi Guru Subbulakshmi Sekar—hosted a grand celebration for Vijayadashami and ‘Gejje Pooje’ at the Bengaluru Tamil Sangam in Ulsoor.

The ‘Gejje Pooje’ commenced at 11 AM on the occasion of Vijayadashami and concluded at 12 Noon. The proceedings began with a ritual offering (pooja) to Lord Nataraja, followed by the ceremony of adorning the feet of new Bharatanatyam students with gejjes (anklets). Dance Guru Subbulakshmi Sekar applied turmeric to the feet of these new students before placing the anklets on them.

Following this, anklets were also placed on the feet of students who had already been undergoing training in Bharatanatyam. The students then performed dances set to jathis (rhythmic sequences), as well as various musical compositions and songs. The audience, including parents and members of the public, cheered and applauded the students for their impressive performances.

The dance event was held with great grandeur, featuring performances by students including Kumari Kushvitha, Varshini, Vernika Pradhan, Chaithanya, Nishitha, Jeshvitha, Vishnupriya Pachi, Nivasni, Rakshitha, Akshara, Tejaswari, Lenuska, Swethashree, Hashini, Vanshika, Ruthiksha, Vaishnavi, Nisha, Thithi, Sandra, Lahasya, Anushree, Neethu, Sharika, Jessica, ashana and Parol. At the conclusion of the event, Subbulakshmi Sekar expressed her gratitude to all the participants.

On Tuesday (Oct. 20), The Nrithyalaya Art of Dance Acadamy—led by Bengaluru-based Natya Sevagi Guru Subbulakshmi Sekar—hosted a grand celebration for Vijayadashami and ‘Gejje Pooje’ at the Bengaluru Tamil Sangam in Ulsoor.

The ‘Gejje Pooje’ commenced at 11:00 AM on the occasion of Vijayadashami and concluded at 12:00 PM. The proceedings began with a ritual offering (pooja) to Lord Nataraja, followed by the ceremony of adorning the feet of new Bharatanatyam students with gejjes (anklets). Dance Guru Subbulakshmi Sekar applied turmeric to the feet of these new students before placing the anklets on them.

Following this, anklets were also placed on the feet of students who had already been undergoing training in Bharatanatyam. The students then performed dances set to jathis (rhythmic sequences), as well as various musical compositions and songs. The audience, including parents and members of the public, cheered and applauded the students for their impressive performances.

The dance event was held with great grandeur, featuring performances by students including Kumari Kushvitha, Varshini, Vernika Pradhan, Chaithanya, Nishitha, Jeshvitha, Vishnupriya Pachi, Nivasni, Rakshitha, Akshara, Tejaswari, Lenuska, Swethashree, Hashini, Vanshika, Ruthiksha, Vaishnavi, Nisha, Thithi, Sandra, Lahasya, Anushree, Neethu, Sharika, Jessica, ashana and Parol. At the conclusion of the event, Subbulakshmi Sekar expressed her gratitude to all the participants.

ಆನಂದ್ ಬಿ ಮಂಜುನಾಥ್ ಎಂ.ಮತ್ತು ಮಹದೇವ್ ಬಿ ಅವರ ನೇತೃತ್ವದಲ್ಲಿ ಕ್ಷತ್ರಿಯ ಸಮುದಾಯದ ಕುಟುಂಬದವರಿಗಾಗಿ ಈ ವಿಶೇಷ ಅಲಂಕಾರವನ್ನು ಮಾಡಲಾಗಿದ್ದು, ಧಾರ್ಮಿಕ ಸಂಭ್ರಮದೊಂದಿಗೆ ಉತ್ಸವ ನಡೆಯಿತು.

ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮದಲ್ಲಿ ಜಯನಗರ ಕ್ಷೇತ್ರದ ಜನಪ್ರಿಯ ಶಾಸಕರಾದ ಸಿ. ಕೆ. ರಾಮಮೂರ್ತಿ, ರಾಜ್ಯ ಒಬಿಸಿ ಮೋರ್ಚಾದ ಪ್ರಧಾನ ಕಾರ್ಯದರ್ಶಿ ಸೋಮಶೇಖರ್, ಜೆ. ಪಿ. ನಗರ ಮಾಜಿ ಬಿಬಿಎಂಪಿ ಸದಸ್ಯರಾದ ಎನ್. ಚಂದ್ರಶೇಖರ ರಾಜು, ಬಾಲಕೃಷ್ಣ ಹಾಗೂ ಮಾರೇನಹಳ್ಳಿ ದಕ್ಷಿಣ ವಾರ್ಡ್ 13ರ ಅಧ್ಯಕ್ಷರಾದ ಆನಂದ್ ಬಿ. ಅವರು ಭಾಗವಹಿಸಿದ್ದರು.

ಇದೇ ಸಂದರ್ಭದಲ್ಲಿ ಸಂಗೀತ ಲಹರಿ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮದ ಜೊತೆಗೆ ತೀರ್ಥಹಳ್ಳಿ ರಮೇಶ್ ಮತ್ತು ಕುಮಾರಿ ಶ್ರೇಯಾ ತೀರ್ಥಹಳ್ಳಿ ರಮೇಶ್ ಅವರಿಂದ ಭರತನಾಟ್ಯ ಪ್ರದರ್ಶನ ಏರ್ಪಡಿಸಲಾಗಿತ್ತು. ಭಕ್ತರು ಸಾಂಸ್ಕೃತಿಕ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮಗಳನ್ನು ವೀಕ್ಷಿಸಿ ದೇವಿಯರ ಆಶೀರ್ವಾದ ಪಡೆದರು.

ಇಂದಿನ ವಿಶೇಷ ಪೂಜೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ತಿಗಳ ಕ್ಷತ್ರಿಯ ಸಮುದಾಯದ ಕುಟುಂಬಸ್ಥರು, ಮಂಜುನಾಥ್ ಕಾಲೋನಿಯ ಸೇವಾಕರ್ತರು ಹಾಗೂ ಶ್ರೀ ಮಾರೇನಹಳ್ಳಿ ಸಲ್ಲಾಪುರದಮ್ಮ ದೇವಿ ಮತ್ತು ಸೀತಾರಾಮಾಂಜನೇಯ ಟ್ರಸ್ಟ್‌ನ ಪದಾಧಿಕಾರಿಗಳು ಭಾಗವಹಿಸಿ ಉತ್ಸವದ ಯಶಸ್ಸಿಗೆ ಸಹಕರಿಸಿದರು.

ಮಾರೇನಹಳ್ಳಿಯ ಧಾರ್ಮಿಕ ಪರಂಪರೆ, ಭಕ್ತಿ ಮತ್ತು ಸಾಂಸ್ಕೃತಿಕ ವೈಭವವನ್ನು ಪ್ರತಿಬಿಂಬಿಸಿದ ದಸರಾ ಉತ್ಸವವು ಭಕ್ತಿಭಾವದಿಂದ ನೆರವೇರಿತು.

The project will cater primarily to light industrial manufacturing, e-commerce, third-party logistics (3PL) and other logistics occupiers. Building plan approvals are in place and construction is set to commence shortly. The development is expected to be completed and operational within 12 to 15 months.

For Sameera Group, the new vertical builds on one of its long-standing strengths including land acquisition and development. Over its 38-year journey, the Group has developed approximately 23.85 million sq ft and sold more than 13,700 residential plots, giving it extensive experience in identifying, acquiring and obtaining approvals for land across South India.

Mr. Jayakumar Murugesan, Manging Director & CEO, Sameera Group, said, “Our entry into industrial and logistics real estate represents the next phase of Sameera Group’s growth. Having built a strong foundation in land acquisition and real estate development over nearly four decades, we now want diversify our business into the B2B segment. We are investing around ₹150 crore in our first 450,000 sq ft development at Sriperumbudur as that is the next growth corridor.”

“The project is being planned as a Grade A industrial and logistics development, with infrastructure designed to meet the requirements of modern manufacturing and supply-chain occupiers. The master plan incorporates efficient internal movement, common infrastructure and sustainability measures, with IGBC Platinum certification being pursued. The development also provides for rooftop solar readiness, rainwater harvesting, wastewater recycling, energy and water monitoring and EV-charging infrastructure,” added Mr. Murugesan.

Sriperumbudur-Dominant Industrial and Warehousing Micro Market
Sameera Group’s move comes at a time when Chennai is witnessing strong growth in industrial and warehousing demand. According to Knight Frank’s India Warehousing Market Report 2026, Chennai recorded 8.3 million sq ft of warehousing transactions in 2025, a 42% year-on-year increase. Manufacturing accounted for 59% of the city’s total demand, underlining Chennai’s position as a major manufacturing and industrial hub.

Within Chennai, the Sriperumbudur-Oragadam cluster accounted for 77% of the city’s warehousing transactions in 2025, making it the dominant industrial and warehousing micro-market. The report also noted an increase in industrial usage within warehousing parks, reflecting growing demand for manufacturing-linked facilities.
Located directly on the Chennai-Bengaluru highway, Sameera Group’s Sriperumbudur development is positioned within one of Chennai’s most established manufacturing corridors. The Sriperumbudur-Oragadam belt has a strong concentration of automotive, electronics, engineering and ancillary manufacturing units, creating sustained demand for industrial and logistics infrastructure.

₹1,800-Crore Expansion Plan to Build 5-6 Million Sq Ft Across South India
The Group now plans to leverage this capability to build a larger industrial and logistics platform. Over the next five years, Sameera Group intends to develop 5-6 million sq ft of industrial and logistics space with a projected investment of around ₹1,800 crore. Land has already been acquired for future developments at locations in Chennai, Hosur and Bengaluru, with these projects currently at different stages of planning.

Bengaluru, October 8: The EcoGram Project, an initiative of The Anonymous Indian Charitable Trust (TAICT), has completed a decade of work with the Bettahalasuru Gram Panchayat in North Bengaluru to build a replicable model for sustainable waste, water and soil management. What began as a pilot in Tarahunise village in 2016 now spans 10 villages and 4,802 households. Over the past decade, EcoGram has saved 19,623 cubic metres of landfill space, equivalent to approximately 16 acre-feet, while recycling 1,524 MT of dry waste. Its interventions have also saved 8,647 trees through paper recycling, conserved 3,343 MWh of energy, saved 1,505 KL of fuel and reduced 5,583 MT of CO₂ equivalent emissions through FY26.

Myriam Shankar, Managing Trustee, TAICT, said, “Introducing source segregation in a locality where the practice had never existed was an uphill task. It required sustained engagement with local government representatives, villagers and commercial establishments, alongside the infrastructure, people and operations needed to make the system work. Over the past decade, we have built an end-to-end model spanning collection, transportation, secondary segregation and processing, with the active involvement of the local community.”

Mr. Jitendra Virwani, Chairman, Embassy Group, who has supported the project since its inception, said, “The most important lesson from EcoGram is that lasting environmental change begins with local ownership. Over the last decade, the people of Bettahalasuru, the Panchayat and project partners have shown that when communities are equipped with the right systems, solutions can become part of everyday life. What has taken shape here is a practical model that other communities can learn from and adapt to their own needs.”

The decade milestone was commemorated at the EcoHub in Bettahalasuru, the Panchayat’s Integrated Solid Waste Management Centre, bringing together community members, waste workers, Panchayat representatives and project partners. Smt. Meena Sheshadri, wife of Shri Krishna Byre Gowda, Hon’ble Minister for Greater Bengaluru Development, Government of Karnataka, attended as Chief Guest, with Mr. Virwani as Guest of Honour. Frontline workers were felicitated, while 30 Gram Panchayat members were recognised for their contribution to local environmental initiatives.

A key pillar of EcoGram is its integrated waste management system, built around the 2Bin1Bag model and the EcoHub. The system covers source segregation, collection, sorting and processing, with primary segregation crossing 96% in recent years. Wet waste is processed through biomethanisation and composting, while dry waste is sorted for recycling.

The initiative has also supported with the upkeep and beautification of Tarahunise and Thimmasandra Lakes, through measures including bund strengthening, vetiver planting and floating treatment wetlands. Biodiversity assessments at Tarahunise Lake have documented 469 species. In addition, agroforestry interventions have converted 11 acres of eucalyptus plantations into Malabar Neem and Silver Oak.

EcoGram has combined environmental action with opportunities for local livelihoods. Threads of Life, launched in 2022 with the Yuvalok Foundation, has enabled 169 local women to graduate from tailoring and skill-building programmes. Through its ReThread initiative, trainees have since upcycled more than 1,280 products from post-consumer textile waste.

The Bettahalasur Gram Panchayat, through EcoGram, has received several national accolades over the years, including the Gandhi Grama Puraskar Award for Sanitation, recognising its work in improving sanitation and environmental practices.

ಈ ಯೋಜನೆಯಡಿ, ಸಾರ್ವಜನಿಕರು ತಮ್ಮ ಹಳೆಯ ರೇಷ್ಮೆ ಸೀರೆಗಳನ್ನು (ಬೆಳ್ಳಿಯ ಜರಿ ಇರುವ ಸೀರೆಗಳು) ಅವುಗಳ ಮೌಲ್ಯಮಾಪನದ ಆಧಾರದ ಮೇಲೆ ಹೊಸ ರೇಷ್ಮೆ ಸೀರೆಗಳು ಅಥವಾ ಇತರ ಬಗೆಯ ವಸ್ತ್ರಗಳೊಂದಿಗೆ ಬದಲಾಯಿಸಿಕೊಳ್ಳಬಹುದು. ಇದರೊಂದಿಗೆ, ಶೇಕಡಾ 30 ರಷ್ಟು ವಿಶೇಷ ಹಬ್ಬದ ರಿಯಾಯಿತಿಯನ್ನೂ ನೀಡಲಾಗುತ್ತಿದೆ.

ದೀಪಾವಳಿ ಹಬ್ಬದ ನಿಮಿತ್ತ ಹೊಸ ಬಣ್ಣಗಳು ಮತ್ತು ವಿನ್ಯಾಸಗಳ ರೇಷ್ಮೆ ಸೀರೆಗಳನ್ನು ಇಲ್ಲಿ ಸಂಗ್ರಹಿಸಿಡಲಾಗಿದೆ. ಸಾರ್ವಜನಿಕರು ಈ ವಿಶೇಷ ಅವಕಾಶದ ಸದುಪಯೋಗ ಪಡೆದುಕೊಳ್ಳಬೇಕೆಂದು ಕೋ-ಆಪ್ಟೆಕ್ಸ್‌ನ ಪ್ರಾದೇಶಿಕ ವ್ಯವಸ್ಥಾಪಕ (ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು) ವಿ. ಬಾಲಸುಬ್ರಮಣಿಯನ್ ಮನವಿ ಮಾಡಿದ್ದಾರೆ.

ಈ ಶೋರೂಮ್ ಪ್ರತಿದಿನ ಬೆಳಿಗ್ಗೆ 10:00 ರಿಂದ ರಾತ್ರಿ 8:30 ರವರೆಗೆ ಕಾರ್ಯನಿರ್ವಹಿಸುತ್ತದೆ ಮತ್ತು ಭಾನುವಾರಗಳಂದು ಕೂಡ ತೆರೆದಿರುತ್ತದೆ.

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Located within Phoenix Marketcity White Filed mall, the new store brings Pepe Jeans London’s distinctive denim-led fashion proposition to one of Bengaluru’s prominent shopping destinations. Designed as a compact yet immersive retail space, the store offers an extensive selection for men, women and kids, spanning the brand’s denim, shirts and everyday styles.

The store features key Pepe Jeans offerings including denim, shirts, tshirts and more with denim innovations like Shiruku and Powerflex ranges, alongside a wider selection of casualwear designed for everyday dressing.
The Phoenix Marketcity White Field opening was part of Pepe Jeans London’s “Three Stores, One City, One Day” expansion on September 25. Earlier that day, the brand opened its new stores in Indiranagar and HSR Layout, before completing the Bengaluru-wide retail launch with the Phoenix Marketcity mall store.

Speaking about the Bengaluru expansion, Rakesh Jallipally, CEO – Pepe Jeans London (India), said: “Phoenix Marketcity White Field is an important addition to our Bengaluru retail network, giving us an opportunity to bring Pepe Jeans London closer to consumers in one of the city’s leading shopping destinations. The fact that we were able to open three stores across Bengaluru on the same day reflects the momentum behind our retail expansion in India.

From Indiranagar and HSR to Phoenix Marketcity White Field mall, each location allows us to engage with a different consumer environment while staying true to our core proposition of denim, casualwear and everyday style.”

With the Phoenix Marketcity White Field mall opening, Pepe Jeans London continues to strengthen its physical retail presence in Bengaluru while pursuing a larger expansion strategy across India. The brand currently has 200+ stores across the country and plans to add another 100 stores in the next 18 months.

ನಿರಂಜನಿ ಅಖಾಡ, ಹರಿದ್ವಾರದ ಆಚಾರ್ಯ ಮಹಾಮಂಡಲೇಶ್ವರರಾದ ಪರಮಪೂಜ್ಯ ಕೈಲಾಶಾನಂದ ಗಿರಿ ಮಹಾರಾಜರ ದಿವ್ಯ ಸಾನ್ನಿಧ್ಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಭವ್ಯ ವಿಶ್ವಗುರು ಸಂಭ್ರಮೋತ್ಸವ ನಡೆಯಿತು. ಸನಾತನ ಧರ್ಮ ಮತ್ತು ಹಿಂದೂ ಶಾಸ್ತ್ರಗಳ ಪ್ರಸಾರದಲ್ಲಿ ತೊಡಗಿರುವ ಖ್ಯಾತ ವೈದಿಕ ವಿದ್ವಾಂಸ, ವಾಗ್ಮಿ, ಲೇಖಕ ಹಾಗೂ ನಿರ್ದೇಶಕರಾದ ಶ್ರೀ ದುಷ್ಯಂತ್ ಶ್ರೀಧರ್ ಮುಖ್ಯ ಅತಿಥಿಯಾಗಿ ಭಾಗವಹಿಸಿದರು.

ಇಸ್ಕಾನ್ ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು ಅಧ್ಯಕ್ಷರು ಹಾಗೂ ಅಕ್ಷಯ ಪಾತ್ರ ಪ್ರತಿಷ್ಠಾನದ ಸಂಸ್ಥಾಪಕ-ಅಧ್ಯಕ್ಷರಾದ ಶ್ರೀ ಮಧು ಪಂಡಿತ ದಾಸ ಮತ್ತು ಇಸ್ಕಾನ್ ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು ಹಿರಿಯ ಉಪಾಧ್ಯಕ್ಷರು ಹಾಗೂ ಅಕ್ಷಯ ಪಾತ್ರ ಪ್ರತಿಷ್ಠಾನದ ಸಹ-ಸಂಸ್ಥಾಪಕ ಮತ್ತು ಉಪಾಧ್ಯಕ್ಷರಾದ ಶ್ರೀ ಚಂಚಲಪತಿ ದಾಸ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮದ ಅಧ್ಯಕ್ಷತೆ ವಹಿಸಿದ್ದರು. ಭಕ್ತರು, ದಾನಿಗಳು ಹಾಗೂ ಹಿತೈಷಿಗಳು ಹೆಚ್ಚಿನ ಸಂಖ್ಯೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮದಲ್ಲಿ ಭಾಗವಹಿಸಿದ್ದರು.

2025ರಲ್ಲಿ ಪ್ರಯಾಗರಾಜ್‌ನಲ್ಲಿ ನಡೆದ ಮಹಾ ಕುಂಭಮೇಳದ ಸಂದರ್ಭದಲ್ಲಿ ಅಖಿಲ ಭಾರತೀಯ ಅಖಾಡ ಪರಿಷತ್, ಇಸ್ಕಾನ್ ಸಂಸ್ಥಾಪಕಾಚಾರ್ಯರಾದ ಶ್ರೀ ಶ್ರೀಮದ್ ಎ.ಸಿ. ಭಕ್ತಿವೇದಾಂತ ಸ್ವಾಮಿ ಪ್ರಭುಪಾದರಿಗೆ ‘ವಿಶ್ವಗುರು’ ಗೌರವವನ್ನು ನೀಡಿತ್ತು ಎಂಬುದನ್ನು ಇಲ್ಲಿ ಸ್ಮರಿಸಬಹುದು. ಪರಮಪೂಜ್ಯ ಕೈಲಾಶಾನಂದ ಗಿರಿ ಮಹಾರಾಜರು, ವಿವಿಧ ಅಖಾಡಗಳ ಮಹಾಮಂಡಲೇಶ್ವರರೊಂದಿಗೆ ಸೇರಿ, ಜಗತ್ತಿಗೆ ಹಾಗೂ ಸನಾತನ ಧರ್ಮಕ್ಕೆ ಶ್ರೀಲ ಪ್ರಭುಪಾದರು ನೀಡಿದ ಅಮೂಲ್ಯ ಕೊಡುಗೆಗಳನ್ನು ಗುರುತಿಸಿ ಅವರನ್ನು ಗೌರವಿಸಿದ್ದರು.

ಶ್ರೀಲ ಪ್ರಭುಪಾದರು ಪವಿತ್ರ ಶ್ರೀ ಬ್ರಹ್ಮ-ಮಧ್ವ-ಗೌಡೀಯ ಸಂಪ್ರದಾಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಅವತರಿಸಿದ ಶಕ್ತ್ಯಾವೇಶ ವೈಷ್ಣವ ಆಚಾರ್ಯರು. ಅವರು ನಮ್ಮ ಸನಾತನ ಜ್ಞಾನ, ಭಾರತೀಯ ಸಂಸ್ಕೃತಿ ಹಾಗೂ ಜೀವನಪದ್ಧತಿಯನ್ನು ಭಾರತದ ಗಡಿಗಳನ್ನು ದಾಟಿಸಿ ವಿಶ್ವದಾದ್ಯಂತ ಪರಿಚಯಿಸಿದರು. ಭಗವಾನ್ ಶ್ರೀಕೃಷ್ಣನ ಸಂದೇಶವನ್ನು ಪ್ರಸಾರ ಮಾಡುವ ಅವರ ಅಪ್ರತಿಮ ಪ್ರಯತ್ನಗಳು ಜಗತ್ತಿನಾದ್ಯಂತ ಲಕ್ಷಾಂತರ ಜನರ ಜೀವನವನ್ನು ಪರಿವರ್ತಿಸಿವೆ.

ಸಂಭ್ರಮೋತ್ಸವವು ಮಂಗಳಾಚರಣೆ ಹಾಗೂ ಉತ್ಸಾಹಭರಿತ ಹರಿನಾಮ ಸಂಕೀರ್ತನೆಯೊಂದಿಗೆ ಆರಂಭವಾಯಿತು. ನಂತರ ಗಣ್ಯರಿಂದ ಪ್ರೇರಣಾದಾಯಕ ಭಾಷಣಗಳು ನಡೆದವು. ಭಾರತದ ಗೌರವಾನ್ವಿತ ಪ್ರಧಾನಮಂತ್ರಿ ಶ್ರೀ ನರೇಂದ್ರ ಮೋದಿ ಅವರು ಶ್ರೀಲ ಪ್ರಭುಪಾದರ ಕೊಡುಗೆಗಳನ್ನು ಪ್ರಶಂಸಿಸಿದ ದೃಶ್ಯಾವಳಿಗಳ ಸಂಗ್ರಹ ಹಾಗೂ ಮಹಾ ಕುಂಭಮೇಳದ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮದ ಕೆಲವು ದೃಶ್ಯಗಳನ್ನು ಒಳಗೊಂಡ ವಿಡಿಯೋವನ್ನು ಸಭಿಕರಿಗೆ ಪ್ರದರ್ಶಿಸಲಾಯಿತು.

ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮವು ಶ್ರೀಲ ಪ್ರಭುಪಾದರಿಗೆ ಗುರುಪೂಜೆ ಸಲ್ಲಿಸುವುದರೊಂದಿಗೆ ಹಾಗೂ ಎಲ್ಲರಿಗೂ ರುಚಿಕರವಾದ ಕೃಷ್ಣ ಪ್ರಸಾದ ವಿತರಿಸುವುದರೊಂದಿಗೆ ಸಂಪನ್ನವಾಯಿತು.