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Thousands of Lamps Form Om Symbol at Brahmpuri Ghat in Omkareshwar on PM Modi's Birthday
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 17 Sep 2026, 10:36 PM
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On Narendra Modi’s birthday, Brahmpuri Ghat on the Narmada river in Omkareshwar was illuminated by thousands of lamps arranged in the sacred ‘Om’ shape, with a grand aarti of Mother Narmada conducted by the Mata Raksha Seva organization.
Omkareshwar, Madhya Pradesh – To mark Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s birthday, devotees and local volunteers gathered at Brahmpuri Ghat on the banks of the Narmada River. Thousands of oil lamps were lit and meticulously arranged to outline the sacred Om symbol, creating a luminous spectacle that stretched along the riverfront.
The illumination was complemented by a solemn Mahaa Aarti performed by the Mata Raksha Seva organization, invoking blessings for the river and the community. The aarti featured traditional chants and the offering of incense, enhancing the spiritual ambience of the evening.
Organisers said the event aimed to blend reverence for the nation’s leader with devotion to the holy river, reinforcing Omkareshwar’s status as a major pilgrimage centre. The visual display attracted large crowds, who captured the scene on social media, highlighting the harmonious blend of patriotism and religious sentiment.
Local authorities reported smooth crowd management and no safety incidents despite the large number of participants. The event concluded after the aarti, leaving the ghats bathed in the soft glow of the remaining lamps.
The celebration underscores how regional festivals are increasingly timed with national milestones, fostering a sense of unity across cultural and political lines.
The illumination was complemented by a solemn Mahaa Aarti performed by the Mata Raksha Seva organization, invoking blessings for the river and the community. The aarti featured traditional chants and the offering of incense, enhancing the spiritual ambience of the evening.
Organisers said the event aimed to blend reverence for the nation’s leader with devotion to the holy river, reinforcing Omkareshwar’s status as a major pilgrimage centre. The visual display attracted large crowds, who captured the scene on social media, highlighting the harmonious blend of patriotism and religious sentiment.
Local authorities reported smooth crowd management and no safety incidents despite the large number of participants. The event concluded after the aarti, leaving the ghats bathed in the soft glow of the remaining lamps.
The celebration underscores how regional festivals are increasingly timed with national milestones, fostering a sense of unity across cultural and political lines.