Ujjain, October 20, 2026 (Yes Punjab News)
Senior Congress leader and former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Digvijaya Singh began his Satya Sanatan Swabhiman Yatra from Ujjain towards Ayodhya on Tuesday, marking Dussehra with prayers and religious rituals alongside his wife, Amrita Rai.
The proposed pilgrimage will cover more than 930 km, connecting Ujjain in Madhya Pradesh with Ayodhya in Uttar Pradesh. Ahead of the launch, Singh visited the Chintaman Ganesh Temple to offer prayers to Lord Ganesha, followed by visits to the Mahakaleshwar Temple and the Harsiddhi Temple, where he performed puja.
Speaking to the media, Singh said, “Today is the auspicious festival of Vijayadashami. Lord Shri Ram conquered the evil represented by Ravana. We extend our greetings to everyone on this occasion and strive to follow the true traditions and teachings of Sanatan Dharma in the country.”
He later participated in a ritual involving the creation and worship of multiple parthiv Shivlings, or Shiva lingams made from clay. Sadhus and saints attended the ceremony, which was conducted amid Vedic chants.
The yatra has received support from several religious leaders, including Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati of Jyotirmath and Shankaracharya Swami Sadanand Saraswati of Dwarka-Sharda Peeth, who issued letters conveying their support and best wishes.
Agni Peethadhishwar Acharya Mahamandaleshwar Brahmarshi Ramkrishnanand and Ayodhya-based saint Santosh Dubey, associated with the Ram Temple movement, have also backed the initiative.
According to its stated objectives, the yatra aims to raise awareness about alleged wrongdoing in the name of religion, the theft of temple donations and offerings, and the need to preserve the sanctity of religious institutions. It also seeks to familiarise people with the core principles and values of Sanatan Dharma.
Several saints have arrived in Ujjain to join the pilgrimage, with more expected to accompany Singh on the route to Ayodhya. The itinerary for the first phase has been released, with a five-day break planned during Diwali.
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