Shri Swami Vishveshwarananda Saraswati, President, Omkarananda Ashram, had made special arrangements, that on the last day of the year all the Aratis at Triveni Ghat, Rishikesh, were shining for Gurudev Swami Omkarananda.

The banner announces special Ganga-Arati for Swami Omkarananda, at the holy ground of Triveni Ghat, Rishikesh.

Preparations for the great Ganga-Arati.

The peaceful flow of the mighty Mother Ganga and the chanting of the Shlokas by the priests made the atmosphere vibrating in an unexpected way. It was as if the whole universe was dancing in front of each and every one.

Puja on the holy river Ganga.

Ganga-Arati as an offering to Gurudev Swami Omkarananda.

The Ganga Arati Seva Samiti made the necessary announcement through loudspeakers, and a big banner indicated that the evening was for this great and enlightened Soul Shri Swami Omkarananda. Many people, who frequently come to Triveni Ghat, could enjoy this event.