On 26 March 2026, Ramakrishna Mission Ashrama, Taki, celebrated Sri Sri Annapurna Puja with traditional solemnity and spiritual fervor. The event was graced by the presence of Srimat Swami Divyanandaji Maharaj, Vice-President of Ramakrishna Math and Ramakrishna Mission, Belur Math. The rituals were performed by Swami Priyananda of Ramakrishna Math, Cossipore.
Key highlights of the celebration included:
- Devotee Participation: Over 2,000 devotees attended the puja and partook in the noon prasad.
- Nara-Narayana Puja: A unique worship of “Living Annapurnas” was organized, where more than 100 underprivileged, widowed, and destitute women were worshipped as the Divine Mother.
- Ritual & Offerings: Most Revered Srimat Swami Divyanandaji Maharaj personally performed the arati for these women. Each recipient was offered a garland, sandalwood paste, a cotton sari, and a monetary dakshina of 100, followed by a sumptuous meal.
