The auspicious festival of Datta Jayanti commenced in Chikkamagaluru with great spiritual fervor, marked by a devotional Sankeerthana Yatre (hymn-singing procession) on Tuesday. The event set a pious tone for the celebrations dedicated to the Hindu deity Dattatreya.
Sacred Route of the Procession
The Sankeerthana Yatre began its journey from the historic Bolarameshwara Temple. From there, the procession of devotees, singing bhajans and hymns, traversed through significant arteries and spiritual landmarks of the city. The designated route included I G Road and Rathnagiri Road, creating a wave of devotional music through the town's heart.
A Spiritual Culmination
The moving congregation made a reverential stop at the Sri Rama Temple before reaching its final destination. The yatre found its culmination at the Kamadhenu Ganapathi Temple, where special prayers and ceremonies were conducted. The event successfully brought together community members in a shared expression of faith and tradition.
Significance and Timing
The yatre was organized to herald the beginning of Datta Jayanti festivities. According to the information provided, the event and its reporting were timestamped for 02 December 2025, at 17:38 IST. Such processions are integral to the cultural and religious fabric of Karnataka, especially in temple towns like Chikkamagaluru, reinforcing community bonds and spiritual heritage.
The successful conduct of the Sankeerthana Yatre has set a devotional precedent for the upcoming Datta Jayanti observances, expected to see increased participation in the following days.
