Mathura, Nov 13 (NationPress) The Chief Priest of Bageshwar Dham, Dhirendra Krishna Shastri, made his way into the revered city of Mathura on Thursday as part of his ongoing 'Sanatan Ekta Padyatra'.

This padyatra aims to promote the values of Hindu unity and highlight the significance of Sanatan Dharma.

Now in its seventh day, the march received an overwhelming welcome at each stop from the UP-Haryana border to Mathura, with devotees showering flowers and chanting 'Jai Shri Ram'.

Before his entry into Mathura, Shastri experienced a brief moment of discomfort at the UP-Haryana border and took a short rest by the roadside. Nevertheless, displaying remarkable resolve, he continued the journey after consuming a modest meal of pickles and 'parathas'.

A moving tribute to ASP Anuj Chaudhary

A touching moment unfolded in Mathura when Shastri recognized the effective security measures overseen by Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP) Anuj Chaudhary. Impressed by the vigilance and discipline of the police team, Shastri paid his respects with a personal salute to ASP Chaudhary, symbolizing a bond of respect and cooperation between spiritual leaders and law enforcement.

The padyatra is expected to traverse approximately 55 kilometers in the Mathura region over the upcoming four days. To manage the large crowds of devotees and the entirety of the Yatra, comprehensive security arrangements have been implemented, and police personnel are executing their duties commendably.

Scenes of devotion and celebration filled Mathura city, with devotees dressed as Hanuman, and floats portraying Lord Rama and Sita adorning the streets, accompanied by continuous chants echoing throughout.

In his address, Shastri condemned the recent Delhi blast, firmly denouncing violence. He stated, 'We don’t want riots, we want Ganga - purity and peace.'

Additionally, he urged religious leaders to motivate children to aspire to be visionaries like Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam.