Deity’s once-in-generation journey to Himachal begins

The sacred journey of Chalda Mahasu Maharaj moved a step closer to its formal commencement on Monday as Industries, Parliamentary Affairs, Labour and Employment Minister Harshwardhan Chauhan visited the revered temple of Chalda Mahasu Maharaj at Desau, Jaunsar Bawar, in Uttarakhand. The visit marked the ceremonial beginning of the deity’s upcoming arrival to Himachal Pradesh, an event awaited with deep devotion across Sirmaur district, particularly in the Shillai constituency.

The minister reached Desau, accompanied by members of the Pashmi Temple Committee and representatives from the Shillai Assembly segment.

The Chalda Mahasu Maharaj Temple Committee, Desau, welcomed the minister and the accompanying delegation with traditional rituals and warm expressions of reverence.

Chauhan said the arrival of Chalda Mahasu Maharaj was a moment of profound spiritual significance for the people of Shillai and Pashmi.

He added that this would be the first time Chalda Mahasu Maharaj entered Himachal Pradesh, and the deity would reside in Pashmi for an entire year.

He added that people across Himachal and adjoining regions held unwavering faith in Mahasu Dev traditions, and being blessed by Chalda Mahasu Maharaj was an honour for the state.

The minister announced that the deity would enter Himachal Pradesh on the evening of December 13 through Meenas, followed by an overnight halt at Drabil.

On December 14, the sacred procession will move towards Pashmi, where large-scale preparations are underway for the grand welcome.

Chauhan said multiple committees had been formed to ensure the smooth organisation of the event. He said various government departments and local communities were working in close coordination to make the arrival ceremony majestic as well as well-managed.

Talking about security arrangements, he said over 100 police personnel and home guards had been deployed to maintain law and order.

A health camp would be set up for medical support, and strict instructions had been issued for efficient traffic management throughout the route of the procession, he added.

Chauhan urged devotees to welcome Chalda Mahasu Maharaj with humility, peace, affection and unwavering faith. Thousands of devotees from various villages of Shillai region accompanied the minister during the visit, reflecting the scale of devotion surrounding this once-in-a-generation spiritual event.