Fri Apr 04 08:20:00 UTC 2025: ## Lohardaga & Gumla Witness Festive Celebrations and Cultural Events
**Lohardaga, Jharkhand:** The upcoming Ram Navami festival will be celebrated on April 6th, marking the birth anniversary of Lord Ram. This was announced by Sanjay Sarraf, the provincial spokesperson of the Vishva Hindu Parishad Seva Vibhag and Shri Krishna Pranami Seva Dham Trust. Meanwhile, Sundari Devi Saraswati Shishu Mandir commenced its new academic session with a Sundarkand recitation, havan, and aarti. Additionally, the Kala Samiti Raghunandan Lane will organize an Astra Shastra (weapon) demonstration and musical instrument competition on April 5th, starting at 10 PM. The competition will involve two rounds: one with sticks and another with swords, spears, and other weapons, along with fire and dramatic performances.
**Gumla, Jharkhand:** The National Hindu Organization, Gumla, celebrated the Hindu New Year, Vikram Samvat 2082, with enthusiasm. Separately, the Sarna Astitva Raksha Manch, Kotengsera, organized a Sarhul Puja festival on Friday, with participation expected from various blocks.
These events highlight the diverse cultural and religious celebrations taking place across Lohardaga and Gumla districts.
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