Women’s wing event marks Durga Ashtami with rituals and empowerment talks
Key Points:
• VHP Jamshedpur holds Durga Vahini event at Mahalaxmi Temple in Sakchi
• Ceremony includes weapon worship and distribution of saffron cloths
• Leaders stress on countering love jihad and religious conversions
JAMSHEDPUR – The Vishwa Hindu Parishad’s Jamshedpur chapter commemorated Durga Vahini’s foundation day with a special ceremony at Mahalaxmi Temple.
The event, coinciding with Durga Ashtami, began with Vedic chants and Durga Chalisa recitation.
Attendees participated in the traditional weapon worship ritual, a significant aspect of Sanatan culture.
The ceremony included the honoring of members with saffron clothing, symbolizing their commitment to the organization.
Aruna Didi, the provincial co-coordinator of Durga Vahini, addressed the gathering on pressing issues.
She highlighted the need to protect Hindu women from love jihad and religious conversions.
The leader emphasized the importance of establishing small cultural and service centers in communities.
These centers aim to empower women in bustee areas through various initiatives.
Durga Vahini’s Role
Speakers at the event drew parallels between Goddess Durga and the organization’s mission.
They described Durga as a symbol of strength and inspiration for women in society.
The women’s wing of VHP, named after the goddess, was established on Durga Ashtami.
This strategic timing aimed to strengthen the organization’s female membership across India.
Durga Vahini’s Achievements
The organization claims to have prevented numerous cases of love jihad across the country.
It has also reportedly succeeded in stopping religious conversions in various towns and villages.
Members run sanskar shalas and cultural centers, providing free education to Hindu children.
These initiatives focus on character building and instilling cultural values in the youth.
Call for Participation
The event concluded with a call for more women to join Durga Vahini and Matru Shakti.
Leaders emphasized the importance of united efforts in addressing societal challenges.
Notable Attendees
The ceremony saw participation from various VHP and Bajrang Dal officials.
Prominent figures included Aruna Shadangi, Ajay Gupta, and Chandrika Bhagat.
Former MP Abha Mahto and other social activists were also present at the event.
Representatives from different blocks and members of Matru Shakti attended the ceremony.
