Virpur: Swaminarayan sect monk Gyanprakash Swami visited the Jalaram temple in Virpur to apologize for his controversial remarks about Jalaram Bapa. His comments, which went viral, triggered a widespread outrage across the state, with devotees demanding a public apology. In response, Swami today personally visited the temple and sought forgiveness. The controversial remark by the monk had sparked protests from devotees, community leaders, and even MPs, as many accused Swami of disrespecting oth...Read More

Rajkot: Pilgrim town Virpur is observing a complete strike today. The strike will continue tomorrow as well. The locals are observing a strike against the Swaminarayan monk's unacceptable remarks regarding Jalaram Bapa. The locals held a foot march to Jalaram Mandir and decided to shut their businesses for two days. The decision will be taken after that for the next course of actions. The locals so far are demanding Gyanprasad Swami of the Swaminarayan sect come to Virpur in person and tender an...Read More

Gandhinagar: Jalaram Jayanti, which honors the revered Hindu saint Jalaram Bapa, is observed on the seventh day of the Shukla Paksha in the month of Kartak. In 2024, this auspicious occasion will be celebrated tomorrow, i.e., November 8th, according to the Vikram Samvat 2081 Gujarati Calendar. According to the English calendar, Jalaram Bapa was born on November 4, 1799, in Virpur, Gujarat. This year, devotees are celebrating the 225th birth anniversary of the saint. At the age of 18, he renou...Read More