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Religion
Thousands Expected to Gather at Omkareshwar for Sarpitru Moksha on Saturday Amavasya
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 08 Oct 2026, 07:16 PM
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On Saturday Amavasya, Omkareshwar is set to welcome thousands of devotees for the Sarpitru Moksha ceremony, with authorities preparing crowd control and safety measures.
On Saturday, the new moon day, Omkareshwar is poised to receive a massive influx of devotees for the Sarpitru Moksha ritual. The ceremony, which is believed to grant liberation from ancestral bonds, is expected to attract thousands of pilgrims from across the state.
The event will feature traditional rites such as Narmada bathing, pinddan, and shraadh-tarpan, all conducted along the sacred banks of the Narmada River. While the main focus is on Omkareshwar, the nearby Gaya Shila will also host a pinddan ceremony, underscoring the area's spiritual significance.
Local authorities have outlined extensive crowd‑control measures, including traffic diversions, security checkpoints, and temporary shelters at the ghats. Police and municipal officials are coordinating to ensure smooth movement and safety for the large gathering.
Pilgrims are advised to arrive early and follow the posted guidelines to avoid congestion. The event is expected to draw significant media attention and boost local tourism for the weekend.
The event will feature traditional rites such as Narmada bathing, pinddan, and shraadh-tarpan, all conducted along the sacred banks of the Narmada River. While the main focus is on Omkareshwar, the nearby Gaya Shila will also host a pinddan ceremony, underscoring the area's spiritual significance.
Local authorities have outlined extensive crowd‑control measures, including traffic diversions, security checkpoints, and temporary shelters at the ghats. Police and municipal officials are coordinating to ensure smooth movement and safety for the large gathering.
Pilgrims are advised to arrive early and follow the posted guidelines to avoid congestion. The event is expected to draw significant media attention and boost local tourism for the weekend.