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GYALSHING, (IPR): The Bhum Chu festival was celebrated with much enthusiasm at
Tashiding monastery under Gyalshing district today.
The holy
ceremony was held under the supervision of Khenchen Lha Tshering Rinpoche of
Tashiding monastery accompanied by Ecclesiastical minister and Sangha MLA Sonam
Lama, deputy Speaker and area MLA Sangay Lepcha, Ecclesiastical department
advisor R.S. Bhutia, Gyalshing DC M Bharani
Kumaar, officers from line departments, and devotees.
As
informed, the Bhum Chu, a sacred vase containing the sacred water was opened at
1:30 am after seven days of special prayers by monks of Tashiding monastery and
other monasteries as well. Three cups of water was taken from it. The first cup
is for the royal family, the second for the monks and the third was distributed
among the pilgrims on the day of the fuIl moon.
It is
believed that the holy water level in the vase is a sign of fortune for the
upcoming year. Higher or lower levels of water indicate drought, disease and
natural calamities.
The
festival also draws its light on Sikkim’s unique cultural heritage and a
reminder of its spiritual origins.
On record,
more than 18 to 20 thousand devotees from across the State and neighbouring
countries of Bhutan, Nepal and other places made their presence for the
blessings.
Addressing
the gathering, the minister thanked the monks and the organising committee for
their active participation and successfully conducting the Bhum Chu festival. He
informed that the State government will provide special grants for holding Bhum
Chu festival every year.
During the
ceremony, medical camp, information centre and other facilities were set up for
the convenience of the devotees.
