Aitihasik Shree Pashupati Kotihom Mahayagya – 2081

From Asar 28, 2081 to Shrawan 32, 2081, “Aitihasik Shree Pashupati Kotihom Yavam 108 Srimadbhagwat Bishwa Kalyan Masik Gyan Mahayagya – 2081” was organized at the sacred Pashupati area, Hans Mandap, Kailash Danda Kathmandu by the Manav Sewa Foundation, Nepal and other organizations.
This grand Kotihom Mahayagya was held purely for national peace, global welfare and the happiness, peace and prosperity of all Nepalese. Additionally, the remaining funds from the Yagya were allocated to support Nepal exemplary orphanage- Mamaghar Anathalaya Support and Care Center Nepal (Mamaghar Orphanage Ashram in Lalitpur) which provides free food, shelter, clothing, healthcare and education to orphans and children deprived of basic needs. The funds also supported the construction of the building for Choriko Ghar Jyestha Nagarik Aashram (Chhoriko Ghar Senior Citizen Ashram in Bhaktapur) which provides free food, shelter, clothing and healthcare to helpless, distressed, poor and elderly citizens deprived of basic necessities.
The Kotihom Mahayagya saw the presence of renowned storytellers such as the revered Radhika Dasi Mataji, the international storyteller Devi Pratibha Ji, the eloquent Pandit Dinbandhu Pokharel, the Shrimad Devi Bhagwat storyteller Dr. Kanta Bhattarai, Devi Chandrakala Sakhi Ji and many other saints, sages and narrators.
During this historic Mahayagya, sacred mantras were chanted and divine discourses on various Puranas, filled with nectar-like wisdom, music and spiritual stories were delivered by renowned national and international saints, sages, scholars and famous narrators. These discourses, combined with philosophical teachings that integrated spirituality and science, enabled listeners to understand the mysteries of life, the universe and God. Through this knowledge, participants realized the true essence of religion and spirituality, immersing themselves in the sacred knowledge of divinity and making the most of this invaluable human life by attending such a historic event and listening to the immortal tales, gaining eternal merit.
The Kotihom Mahayagya not only set an exemplary precedent in eliminating the long-standing practice of untouchability in our society, but it also promoted religious tolerance and harmony with the presence of great gurus and saints from Buddhist, Kirant, Hindu and other faiths. Additionally, it made a significant contribution to women’s empowerment. This Kotihom set forth an extraordinary example of unity, peace, joy, tolerance, brotherhood, harmony, reconciliation and mutual respect across the world.
Experiences and Statements:
The Pashupati Kotihom Mahayagya is considered the largest and most well organized Mahayagya in Nepal’s history. From the very beginning, the overwhelming participation of devotees played a significant role in making this Kotihom even more historic. Approximately 10 million devotees had the opportunity to witness the Kotihom Mahayagya directly, while many more were able to watch through live broadcasts from various media outlets, making it a golden opportunity for devotees.
The Mahayagya saw the participation of renowned saints, monks, politicians, individuals from various organizations, as well as artists and actors from both Nepal and abroad. All these personalities praised the Mahayagya with a positive perspective. Here are some of the notable statements made by them