Noida : On the auspicious occasion of Dev Deepawali, a magnificent Yamuna Maha Aarti & Deepotsav 2025 was organized at Youth Shakti Ghat along the Yamuna riverbank in Sector 94, Noida. The event was jointly conducted by YSS Foundation and Bharat Vikas Parishad, Noida, with great devotion, spiritual fervor, and environmental consciousness. For the first time in Noida, under the guidance of Namami Gange, an event of such a grand scale was held at the Yamuna riverfront offering an incredible fusion of spirituality, Indian heritage, and environmental protection.
Yamuna bank illuminated with thousands of diyas
As dusk settled, thousands of earthen lamps brightened the riverbank, transforming the entire atmosphere into a divine and mesmerizing experience. Through devotional chants, conch sounds and Maha Aarti, the sacred Yamuna came alive with spiritual radiance. Hundreds of devotees, volunteers, students and residents participated in Deep-daan and pledged for a “Clean, Pure & Life-Giving Yamuna.”
Strong message for environment conservation
Our primary objective is to spread the essence of Yamuna’s revival, purity, and Indian cultural heritage across all sections of society.
Devendra Gangrar, President, Bharat Vikas Parishad
He expressed gratitude to the Noida Authority officials and staff for supporting a two-day cleanliness drive that prepared the venue after the Chhath Puja.
Distinguished Guests Present:
- Indu Prakash – Senior Administrative Officer, Health Dept., Noida Authority
- Pramod Kumar Srivastava – Former DFO
- Ranjan Tomar – President, NOVRA
The dignitaries emphasized:
Yamuna symbolizes our culture, water, and life its conservation is the fundamental duty of every citizen
A Testament to Community Unity
Yamuna is our cultural heritage. It is our moral responsibility to keep it clean and vibrant. Today’s Deepotsav marks our collective commitment to serve the Yamuna.
Sachin Gupta, YSS Foundation, President
Following the Maha Aarti, Environment Convener Satya Narayan Goyal administered an oath on water conservation and environmental protection. The event concluded with the powerful chant “Harit Bharat – Swachh Yamuna!