Kavad Yatra: Why a Vow is Essential Before Carrying, Rules to Avoid Sin
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News18•30-01-2026, 13:33
Kavad Yatra: Why a Vow is Essential Before Carrying, Rules to Avoid Sin
- •The Sharadiya Kavad Yatra, starting from Haridwar, involves Shiva devotees carrying Ganga water on their shoulders.
- •Performing the Kavad Yatra without following specific rules can lead to adverse results and Mahadev's wrath.
- •Before starting, devotees must bathe in the Ganga, wear clean clothes, and take a vow with Ganga water in hand; otherwise, no benefits are received.
- •The Kavad should not be passed over the head when shifting shoulders, nor placed directly on the ground; it must be kept on a clean, elevated spot.
- •During the Yatra, maintain purity, avoid abusive language, observe celibacy, and strictly abstain from all intoxicating substances and non-vegetarian food.
Why It Matters: Adhering to strict rules and taking a vow is crucial for a successful Kavad Yatra and to avoid negative consequences.
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