Gonda: The newly constructed Shri Radha Krishna Banquet Hall was inaugurated with traditional rituals, devotional music and cultural performances at the premises of Shri Ram Janaki Marwari Dharamshala in Rani Bazar, Gonda. The grand ceremony witnessed the participation of prominent citizens, business leaders, social workers and devotees from across the city.
The event commenced with the ceremonial lighting of the lamp and the worship of Lord Ganesha. Amid Vedic chants and devotional hymns, the atmosphere turned spiritual as devotees echoed praises of Lord Ganesha, Shri Radha-Krishna and Lord Rama.
A series of cultural performances followed, captivating the audience throughout the evening. Artists from the team led by Shiv Kumar, popularly known as Badkau, presented devotional programmes dedicated to Lord Krishna, Radha Rani and Lord Rama. Bhajan singer Shiva Pandit and devotional singer Deepika Mishra enthralled devotees with soulful renditions of bhajans, drawing enthusiastic applause from the audience. Many devotees were seen immersed in devotion, creating an atmosphere filled with faith and spiritual energy.
Addressing the gathering, members of the organising committee said that the banquet hall has been developed to provide modern facilities for social, religious and family functions. They expressed confidence that the venue would serve as an important community centre for weddings, cultural programmes, religious gatherings and other social events.
The organisers noted that the project was undertaken by the Shri Ram Janaki Dharmada Committee, which has long been associated with social service and religious activities in the region. Equipped with modern amenities, the banquet hall is expected to offer a comfortable and well-equipped venue for various community functions.
During the programme, committee members honoured guests and contributors who played a role in the successful completion of the project. The event concluded with refreshments and a community feast for attendees.
Among those present were Committee President Anil Mittal, Secretary Sanjay Agrawal, Anil Agrawal, Rajendra Prasad Agrawal (Advocate), Jagdish Prasad Agrawal, Gopal Krishna Agrawal, Vikas Jain, Deepak Agrawal, Ajay Mittal, Ashok Bansal, Ram Prakash Gupta, Saroj Agrawal, Seema Agrawal, Poonam Mittal, Saroj Garg, Neelam Jain, Neetu Garg, Anamika Bansal, Benu Agrawal, Kavita Bansal, Pooja Kedia, Sarita Newatia, Sonam Kedia, and a large number of local residents and devotees.
The committee expressed gratitude to all guests, supporters and devotees for making the event a success and reaffirmed its commitment to organizing similar religious, cultural and social activities in the future.
