Asia's longest journey Nanda Rajajat
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Dinesh kukreti
Shrinanda Devi Rajajat. Asia's Longest Religious, Spiritual, Spiritual, and Exciting Journey Walking Through Inaccessible Trails in the High Himalayan Region of Uttarakhand. The journey starts from the village of Nauti in the frontier Chamoli district and passes through inaccessible paths, valleys and ridges and takes a halt at the homestead at Homkund situated at the base of the Trishul mountain. In this journey of about 280 kilometers, 19 footfalls come, of which five are uninhabited. However, twenty posts were made in the year 2014. This was done due to slipping one day ahead of Bhadrapad Saptami Tithi. Because, according to tradition, in the Vedni Kund itself, ancestral offerings are made to Saptami.
There is no document that gives information about when the Rajajat started. But, on the basis of archaeological evidence, the reign of Rajajata was definitely in the eighteenth century. By the way, Jansutruti gives credit to King Ajaypal for starting Rajajat. But, if seen, Ajaypal is not the king of Rajajat, but the king who starts again. Because Rupkund accident happened before 1150 AD in Raja Raja of Kannauj's King Yashodhaval. However, there is evidence of Ajaypal being the ruler of Chandpurgarh before 1499 AD. However! According to the available documents, information on the organization of the Rajajat has been received before 2014, after 1845, 1865, 1886, 1905, 1925, 1951, 1968 and 1987.
According to mythological belief, Rajaat was organized by the Garhwal King, hence it was called Rajaat i.e. King's journey. Historians sang the idols received from Dewal, Vedani, Kaila Vinayaka from the eighth to the tenth century, and the antiquity of this religious journey was also confirmed from this time. It is said that King Bhanupratap of Chandpurgarh, located in Chamoli district of Garhwal was a worshiper of Lord Badri Vishal. He had Sriyantra to talk to the gods. That is why he was also called Bolanda Badri i.e. speaking Badrinath. Lord Badrinath gave the message of Goddess to Bolanda Badri to marry her daughter to King Kanakpal. This will increase their lineage further. When this marriage was concluded, King Kanakpal also received Nanda as Ishta Devi along with the kingdom. After Bhanupratap, when Kanakpal became the king of Chandpurgarh, he settled the younger brothers near Chandpurgadi. This village later came to be known as Kansuva village. The word kansuva is apostrophe of kansa or kansa. Kansa means short in Garhwali.
It is from this Kansuva village that Rajaat of the Rajajat. Although it is said that it is Nauti. The story behind this is that the king settled his Rajguru in the village of Nauti, which is called Nautiyal. In the 18th century, Puran Pal, the third king of Chandpurgarh, worshiped the Sriyantra at Garhi and made it underground in Guru Nauti village. The burden of its worship was assigned to the nautiyals. From then on, Nanda began to be considered as Ishta Devi and Dhiyan i.e. daughter of the Nautiyals. The Sriyantra, situated in the midst of the temple group of Kulsari, is worshiped before departing this Dhian for his in-laws' Kailas.
Earlier, the committee is formed during a puja meeting in Simli Talla Chandpur. He is presided over by dynastic kunwars and ministers from Nauti village. Meanwhile, the Goddess Swaroop Chausingya Khadu means the four-horned Medha born in the lordship of the kunvars. It is said that every twelve years, whenever the region realizes the defect of the fugitive Nanda, the Nanda Devi Siddhpeetha reaches Nauti with the Rajchantoli and Chausingya Khadu of Ringal as a wish for Rajkumar Rajat of Kansuva. Here, the golden statue of the goddess is kept in the ring of the ringal with a life of dignity and Sri Nanda Devi Rajajat departs on her auspicious time for her first visit to Eda Badhani. Faith for Lok's daughter Nanda
A huge crowd of faith starts growing up towards Nandke, the daughter of Lok. The people proceed with the folklores regarding Chaunsigya Khadu. It is believed that at one time, Nanda was promised to Edna Badhani's headman, Jamnu Jadauda Gussain, that she must accept the worship of his house before going to her in-laws' house. On the way, Nanda is welcomed at places like Luisa, Singli, Chaundali, Halluri etc. The tradition of not sending the in-laws to Dhian empty-handed is also done here. On the way, the Goddess is provided as a makeup material and Dakshina as an offering and the path turns into a faith path.
Nanda returns to Nauti again the next day after resting at Eda Badharani. Grand of all visitors Greetings. People from place to place become part of the Rajajat. Nanda is worshiped in Ritholi, Nandakhala, Jakh. This entire journey of 10 km can be felt as a welcome path. Rajat starts moving towards Kansuva after farewell to Nauti. Representatives of the Rajgurus for Chausingya Khadu in front and Rajasantolis in front. This scene of farewell from Nauti to Kansuva is very poignant. Tears start falling in everyone's eyes. The atmosphere becomes emotional. The goddess also embraces her family and takes a farewell gesture. On the way, Malathi and Naini's Chantoli form part of the caste. When Nanda's Doli arrives at Nandaachauni, the platform of Banoli, the form of this place changes into a grand fair. The goddess starts showering flowers on it. Girls wish for auspicious journey with water urn. This scene of farewell gives the impression of being in the farewell path of the journey. In Kansuva, Rajkunvar worships the goddess. It is here that worshipers of the pilgrims of the Yatra and the pilgrims of the holy ring are worshiped.
The next leg of the journey is beans. It is a village of twelve Thoki Brahmins situated at an altitude of 1530 meters above sea level. In the Mahadevghat temple located in the village, the holy Chntolidundi of Nanda is handed over to the Brahmins by law. The yatra crosses Atagad and reaches Chandpurgarh, the then capital of Garhwal state. Rajvanshi Kunwar is traditionally welcomed here. There is royal worship, which is witnessed by thousands of people. Here are the grand temple of Goddess in Kailapir and the remains of the capital of Garhwal State in Chandpurgarh. It was the capital of the Panwar kings from the 9th to the 15th century. This is where Garoli's Chantoli meets Rajajat. The yatra reaches the beans with a moving cannon, where chamoli and beans are waiting in Nandachok. See the faith of the people of Sam from Nanda, that they see every traveler who came in the kingdom as Nanda and respect him. Here, traditional grains, chuida, fruits and vegetables are offered to Nanda. It seems as if we are going through a hospitality path.
Enthusiasm is the only way from the beans to the front. Has been extended to Dharkot. From here onwards the yatra reaches Simtoli Dhar from the villages of Ghandiyal and Simtoli, where the worship of mother Bhagwati is performed. Probably that is why the village on the other side of Dhar got its name. The height of the grade is 1630 meters above sea level. During the north-central period there were stronghold armies in Chandpurgarh, Topan village and Koti. The Kantuda, Ratuda, Chulakot and Thapli villages of Kantuda and Koti Devas of Bagoli are included in the yatra in Koti. Kedaru, Chula, Ghataudaki's Chantoli also form part of the journey at this place. The entire atmosphere looks enthusiastic for the journey ahead. Everyone joining in a long queue is enthusiastically obsessed and the entire path becomes the path of enthusiasm.
After Koti, the goddess fire is fugitive. It is said that this is the last step of the maiden of the fugitive Nanda. Bhagoti Nanda got its name named Bhagoti, because it is the most loved place of Nanda. There is a 12 km distance between Koti to Bhagoti. Being the last village of Mayke, the poignant scene of farewell is realized here. The whole village swells to meet the daughter. The atmosphere of harmony is seen in all people throughout the caste. The desire to move forward with the same goal by the Lodha of different caste-religions makes this path a harmonious path.
The next day the yatra departs from Bhagoti to Kulsari. The visit is once again greeted with warmth due to the recognition of Devi's maiden entry into the in-law border. There is a feeling of passing through the pavement due to the festoon gates, decorations and multicolored costumes and costumes of thousands of people on the route. Kulsari is the first home of Nanda's in-laws area. The name of this region came to be known as Kulsari due to the Goddess being in black form. The residents here are called Kulsara Brahmins. According to tradition, Jat always reaches Kulsari on the day of Amavasya. On the night of Amavasya, an underground black device located in Kulsari is worshiped and worshiped. From this place the cooperation of Butola wholesalers, Sayanas is also taken for the caste. The next step after Kulsari is Chepdyun. The caste reaches Tharali. Along this journey path, the tone of the Pindar River moving in the opposite direction and the scenic beauty scattered around the river is stunning. The views of the farm-barns of the villages around the river rejuvenate the fatigue of the journey. A grand fair is organized on this occasion in Tharali. Devrada village is in front of Tharali. According to folk beliefs, Rajarajeshwari Nanda lives here for six months in a year. For the remaining six months, they stay in Kurud (Dasholi).
Now let's move to Nandakesri, ninth place. Situated at a distance of five km from Chepadu, the foot was included in the Rajajat of 2000 as a foot. This is the rainbow office of Rajajat. From this place, Jat meets both the Garhwal-Kumaon hairdressers, tourists and tourists in Uttarakhand. On both sides of the bridge on the Pinder River, the casts on both sides are equal. Chantolis from Kumaon reach Nandkesari via Chanoda, Lobanz, Kausani, Garuda, Baijnath, Gwaladam. With this emotional union, the Chantolians who came from Garhwal-Kumaon now move forward and this unimaginable and rare union becomes the witness of the entire Rajajata. If Nandakesari is called the meeting center of two cultures in this Himalayan Mahakumbh, then there will be no exaggeration.
Let us also carry out the cultural tradition of meeting the caste of Garhwal-Kumaon. Now proceed on this cultural path. The flow of the Pinder River is captivating with the beauty and greenery of the rural region, creating an enchanting view. Nanda is being bid farewell to the sweet waves of Jagar and folklore. The atmosphere in Dewal is also similar to other neighbors. The same enthusiasm, the same harmony, the same hospitality. And ... Even after going from Poorna to Dewal, Jat reaches Faldia village for rest of the night.
From Nandkesari to Faldia, travelers have to travel for about ten km. On reaching the village of Faldia, all the Chantolis included in the caste are traditionally worshiped. Nanda is praised by Manglik songs. Before entering the village, worship is also done at Hatkalyani, Ulangra etc.
After Paldia village, Mundoli is the next generation of caste. To reach Mundoli, situated at an altitude of 1750 meters above sea level, the Jat has to travel ten km. The number of people in the caste increases. The people left behind join the Jit till this time. Now Jat is on the path of entering towards the Himalayan region. The river valley has been left behind and mountain ranges are seen in front. Curiosities have started growing, so this path has transformed into curiosity path. The night rest of Jat takes place in Mundoli. Here the god dolies are kept in the plaza of the deity Bhoomipal and Jaipal. During this time, the women of Mundoli welcome the passengers by singing traditional songs along with jhuda folk dances that delight the mind. Bliss starts pouring in all four directions.
The Nanda of Dasholi, along with Rajarajeshwari and Dasamdwar, the Chantolis coming from different regions and the main castes walk from Mundoli to the next side of Vana. This is a very picturesque route to reach Vana with light landing and then climb. Passing through the trees of oaks and burrows, there is freshness and freshness in the mind. With the unique beauty of nature, this path gives an idea of the nature path. Vana village has its own importance. This is the last village populated on the route of Jat. From here onwards, snow chains begin to be seen. Due to the difficult geographical location, there is a shortage of fertile land here. The Doli-Chantoli from here come together from different regions due to the last meeting of the union of the dolis and chantolis. The distance of Vanda from Mundoli is about 15 km. There is a famous temple of Nanda's religion brother Latu Devta in Vana itself. Whose doors open for just one day to worship at the time of Nanda Rajajat. Nanda's meeting with his brother Latu is an overwhelming feeling. From here onwards the flag of Nathu, the flag, leads the Rajajat.
The second phase of Rajajat begins after the arrival at Vana. From here, the caste is headed for the uninhabited and inaccessible areas of the high Himalayan region. If seen, the interview begins with this beautiful beauty given to nature. In the Velvet Bugyalas, the untimely green moon, the glittering icebergs of the Nagadhiraj Himalayas and the rays of the sun falling on them easily attract the mind. From here onward the journey is friendly to nature lovers, the imagery of touching the icebergs after the last village of Vana gives the path ahead a thrill. After reaching a distance of 10 km from Varana, Garoli reaches the level. The process of Bugyalas also starts on the path of Garoli. The dense vegetation forests are now left behind. In the high hills ahead, there are not only dense trees, but only green velvet grass bugayls are visible here. This is actually the tree line. Further places remain without snow from May to September.
Most of the travelers consider it better to move to the next office due to less accommodation in the Garoli Patal. This footfall is at a distance of just three km, which is called the dream of the Bugyalas i.e. Vedni Bugyal. Located at an altitude of 3354 meters above sea level, the beauty of this utopia enchants the mind. Spread over the beautiful western-northern slope, Bugyal is one of the most beautiful Bugyalas in Asia. The first feeling of being close to Nanda Ghungti and Trishul icebergs occurs in the altar itself. Vedani Kunda is situated in the middle of Vedani Bugyal, where there is a tradition of paternity offering by Saptami Pujan and Rajkunvars during Jat. It is believed that the Vedas were composed at this place, hence the name Vedani.
Now move to the fourteenth office, which we know by the name of Patar Nachounya. It is said that at this place King Yashdhaval of Kannauj danced the dancers, disregarding the beliefs during the Rajajat. Due to this, all the dancers were converted into rocks when the goddess was angry. Since then, the place has been named Patar Nachounyan. Before this, its name was Niralidhar. Here too, there is night rest after special worship. The aroma of medicinal plants, Brahmakamal etc. spread in this large area can be felt in the air. The beauty of the lush green grasslands in the Himalayan region transforms the difficult path ahead into the Ananda Path. Velvet flowers and luminous streams scattered in the grasslands provide a feeling of joy in this path.
After night rest at Patar Nachounya, Jat Shila departs for the sea the next day. In this path, two of Jat's major attractions are the mysterious lake Roopkund and the highest altitude site of the journey, Jungraigali. Whereas the centuries-old inferno scattered around Roopkund gives a sense of unknown mystery, while at a height of 17500 feet, Jungraali feels close to the Himalayas. By reaching here, the breath starts to dissipate and the thrill goes on increasing. The view of Nanda Ghungthi at sunrise looks like a flame of a lamp. This supernatural scene gives rise to another mystery in this journey of adventure, which is like a happy dream come true. This wonderful interview of nature brings endless peace to the mind. The feeling of fatigue does not last. Continuing on this mystery path, we reach the Shila Samudra, where special worship is done. There are big rocks in this place. The rocks are scattered here and there as the glaciers slide and the snow melts when the weather changes. Perhaps that's why the name of this place is Shila Samudra. The glacier named Shoula Samudra in the upper part of the Shila sea is also a reason for this naming. The Nandakini River originates from this glacier.
Now Rajajat is at its peak. We have reached the doorstep of her in-laws i.e. Homekund to bid farewell to Nanda. This pool of faith is located at the bottom of the trident and Nanda Ghungti, the peak of faith. After worship, rituals and havan here, Mendha, a pioneer of Nanda Jat, is also equipped with gifts, gold jewelery, food items etc. and left for Kailas. The place is named Homkund only after the holy tank is located here. After the immersion of Jat and the soulful farewell of Chausingya Khadu, the passengers immediately start towards Chandni Ghat. This is the return route of Rajajat. The beauty of Kerala is scattered from Shila Samudra to Homkund. This path can be seen as a snow path due to the touch of the base of the snow chains. This place belongs to the Nanda's Gan Chandni, hence its name Chandniyan was reduced. Chandiankot mountain peak is above it, from where Nandakini originates.
The next step is sutol after the sandalwood subsides. After spending many days in the midst of continuous nature, the journey moves towards the population. It seems that every traveler is moving forward calmly contemplating the experiences of the journey. Everyone has to converge on this path between the steep slopes and dense vegetation, so this path turns into Shantipath. To reach Sutol one has to descend the slope. This is a very dangerous way. The expansion of Bugyalas is reduced further. Now the shrubs and bajra forests start with green velvet grass. The dense forest of oaks starts from where the forest of Bhojpatra ends. Before the Sutol, there are visions of habitation away from a place. It is very pleasant to see a settlement after traveling to uninhabited places for four to five days. Four km above Sutol is the temple of the god Deosinh at a place called Tatda. He is the land god of the Sutolites. The people of Sutol village, settled at the confluence of Roopganga and Nandakini, welcome the travelers.
From Sutol village, Jat moves towards the ghat on the Nandakini path. Between the Nandakini river and the beauty of nature, everyone tries to fatigue. Ghat is a small town situated in the middle of Nandakini valley. It has all the facilities like Chatti as major pilgrimage centers. The path from Sutol to Ghat is also attractive. As you cross the Nandakini river bridge, it is pleasant to pass through the thick jungle of pine and cal. The satisfaction of the success of the journey is also clearly visible on the faces of all.
Now the journey is towards the end and we feel proud as a member of this unique, supernatural and wonderful journey of the world. Most of the passengers have departed towards their destination as per their convenience. With the legislation, other passengers depart towards Nauti. This path leads everyone to their duty while providing the experience of Karmapath. And ... the yatra again takes a pause with the resolve to meet on the welcome path of the upcoming caste to be held twelve years later.
