Kolkata: A massive and historic gathering was held at the Brigade Parade Ground on Sunday, attracting millions of people. The assembly was organized in protest against the proposed new Babri Masjid. The crowd collectively recited verses from the Bhagavad Gita, and the entire ground was adorned with saffron and white colors. According to eyewitnesses, the crowd chanted the verses of the Gita in unison, filling the entire Brigade Parade Ground with the sound of the chants. The stated purpose of the event was to promote religious and cultural awareness, as well as to instill historical and social consciousness among the people.
People from various parts of the region attended the gathering, dressed in traditional attire. A large number of children, youth, and elderly people participated in the event. The participants maintained peace and discipline while reciting the Gita. The grand stage and specially decorated pandals added to the magnificence of the assembly. Extensive security and logistical arrangements were made in the city for the event. The police and administration deployed a sufficient number of security personnel to ensure the smooth conduct of the event. Special routes were also created for the orderly entry and exit of the crowd from the ground.
Experts and organizers say that such large-scale religious events play a significant role in promoting unity and cultural awareness in society. They explained that the recitation of the Gita not only holds religious significance but also strengthens mental and spiritual well-being. The assembly has become a topic of discussion in the city and surrounding areas. People are sharing pictures of the massive crowd and the collective recitation of the Gita on social media. The sheer size of the crowd and the grandeur of the event have made it a symbol of religious and cultural awareness throughout the city. Thus, Kolkata’s Brigade Parade Ground was transformed into a center of Gita recitation and collective religious awareness on Sunday. This assembly not only became a symbol of religious consciousness but also conveyed a message of peace, discipline, and unity in society.
