Yogi Adityanath Celebrates Guru Purnima with Special Puja in Gorakhpur

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath performed a special puja at Gorakhpur's Gorakhnath temple on Guru Purnima, seeking blessings for the state's happiness and prosperity. He worshipped Mahant Avedyanath Ji Maharaj and Mahayogi Guru Gorakhnath. Adityanath, Peethadheeshwar of Gorakshapeeth, also met children on the occasion.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday sought blessings from his 'guru' on the occasion of Guru Purnima. He performed a special puja at Gorakhpur's Gorakhnath temple, seeking happiness and prosperity for the state's residents.

In an official statement, it was revealed that the chief minister worshipped his 'guru,' Mahant Avedyanath Ji Maharaj, and conducted Guru Purnima rituals for Mahayogi Guru Gorakhnath. Yogi Adityanath's prayers included a special puja and Rudrabhishek at the temple's Shaktipeeth.

The release also noted that Adityanath, who holds the title of Peethadheeshwar of the famed Gorakshapeeth, met with children during the festivities.

(With inputs from agencies.)