Bokaro : An evening soaked in devotion, music, and Mithila’s timeless cultural ethos unfolded in Bokaro as Janaki Navami, the birth anniversary of Goddess Sita, was celebrated with grandeur at the Vidyapati Auditorium of Mithila Academy Public School, Sector-4E. The event, organized by Mithila Sanskritik Parishad, brought together art, faith, and tradition in a vibrant tribute to Maa Janaki.

The ceremony commenced with a traditional lamp-lighting by Parishad President Jai Prakash Choudhary, General Secretary Neeraj Choudhary, school chairman Rajendra Kumar, Vice President Batohi Kunwar, Secretary Dilip Jha, Cultural Director Arun Pathak, along with other distinguished members and guests.

Addressing the gathering, General Secretary Neeraj Choudhary highlighted the deep cultural and spiritual significance of Janaki Navami. “It is a matter of immense pride for Mithilanchal that Maa Janaki, revered as the Mother of the Universe, is the daughter of this sacred land,” he said. He recalled the legend of King Janak discovering Sita while ploughing the field, describing her life as a universal symbol of purity, sacrifice, and indomitable feminine strength. He added that the day inspires people to follow the path of righteousness and patience, with Ramayan recitations and fasting holding special importance.

The cultural segment opened with Aanchal Pathak’s soulful rendition of the classical invocation “Jai Jai Bhairavi Asur Bhayouni…”. Musical accompaniment by Vishwanath Goswami on dholak and Rishi Goswami on keyboard enriched the performances, creating a harmonious blend of tradition and melody.

The event was smoothly anchored and concluded with a vote of thanks by Arun Pathak. Several members of the Parishad and prominent citizens were present on the occasion.

More than just a celebration, the evening stood out as a cultural reaffirmation—keeping Mithila’s rich legacy alive while passing its spiritual and artistic values to the next generation.