Those who could not witness the religious gathering at Simhastha in Ujjian, have an opportunity to attend Sant Samagam at Orchha, on the banks of Betwa river from October 11 to 19.
The devotees took out a rally in Orchha to fill the surroundings with resonating chants in worship of King Ram and mother Pitambara.
The motive of this religious event in Orchha is influenced by the natural calamities happening in the area. The saints are expected to gather and pray for the wellbeing of the area. It is believed that since the earth at Bundelkhand is not yet been prayed upon by the saints, it remains detached from nature.
The Sant Samagam would involve everyday activities like seminars, Kanya Puja (Girl worship), knowledge of yoga, Rama Katha, Bhandara (Offered twice a day): showcase of religious movies, local bazaars, local talents of Madhya Pradesh, as well as several other cultural activities.
The motive of the ‘Sant Samagam’ is to spread religious messages and create a cultural environment through the saints gathering during the course of 9 days of.
During this auspicious occasion of Navaratri, nine 'Maha Mandelshwars along with saints and teachers will remain present. The ceremony will be inaugurated by 'Vishal Kalashyatra'. On this occasion, besides Madhya Pradesh's Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, and other ministers, politicians, Union Ministers Rajnath Singh Narendra Tommar and Mahesh Sharma, Faggan Kulaste, Kalraj Mishra, Ram Vilas Paswan are also expected to attend the event.