Help Devoted Travellers Feed Fresh Meals and Clean Water During Kanwar Yatra 2025

Donate Food to Kanwariyas

The holy month of Sawan is one of the most important periods in the Hindu calendar. It is a time when millions of Lord Shiva’s devotees, called Kanwariyas, walk long distances carrying holy Ganga water from Haridwar to offer at Shiva temples. These devotees do not travel in luxury. Many walk barefoot, face hot weather, and go without proper meals and rest. Their journey is full of devotion, but also full of physical hardship.

As they walk with their hearts full of prayers and chants of “Bol Bam,” it is our sacred duty to support them. This year, let us make the Kanwar Yatra 2025 more comfortable and meaningful for these true devotees.

1. Why Should You Donate During Sawan?

Sawan is not only a month of worship, it is a time to show real devotion through actions. It is said that the best way to please Lord Shiva is by serving His devotees. Offering food, water, medical aid, and shelter to Kanwariyas during their journey is an act of high spiritual value.

When you donate food or clean water to Kanwariyas, you are not just helping them complete their Yatra; you are also walking the path of Seva (selfless service). This kind of service brings immense punya (spiritual merit) and the blessings of Lord Bholenath.

2. Kanwar Seva in Sawan

Lord Shiva, also known as Bhole Baba, is known for His kindness and simple heart. He is easily pleased by pure devotion and loving acts. Helping a Kanwariya with a glass of water, a simple meal, or a place to rest may seem like a small thing — but in the eyes of the Lord, it is a great offering.

Serving Kanwariyas is equal to serving Lord Shiva Himself. It is said that Shiv Bhakts are very dear to Him. When they are helped during their journey, Lord Shiva sees your effort and blesses you and your family with peace, health, and happiness.

👉 Donate Food to Kanwariyas

3. Serve Nandi Maharaj – Double Your Blessings

Along with Kanwariyas, there is another divine being who should be served during Sawan — Nandi Maharaj, the sacred bull and loyal servant of Lord Shiva. He stands outside every Shiva temple, guarding and watching over the Lord. Feeding green fodder (hara chara) to cows and Nandi during Sawan is also a deeply spiritual act.

This kind of Gau Seva is highly respected in Hindu tradition. When you feed cows, it is like feeding all the gods. During Sawan, this act becomes even more powerful, and it brings long-lasting blessings for your home and family.

4. Doon Animal Welfare Sacred Mission

At Doon Animal Welfare Trust, we have taken a pledge this Sawan. We are committed to supporting Kanwariyas and sacred animals on this holy journey. We will be setting up Bhojan Seva (food camps) and Medical Seva (health camps) along the Haridwar-Dehradun route during the Kanwar Yatra 2025.

Our services will include:

• Nutritious, sattvic meals for tired Kanwariyas
• Clean water and refreshments to beat the heat
• Medical assistance for wounds, blisters, and other health issues
• Resting spots for devotees to sit, relax, and regain energy
• Fresh green fodder for Nandi Maharaj and cows along the path

This mission is not just about food and medicine. It is about spreading kindness, comfort, and spiritual strength to those who walk the toughest path with faith.

5. How You Can Help – Be a Part of This Sacred Seva

Your donation, whether small or big, can bring a huge change in someone’s spiritual journey. Imagine a tired Kanwariya receiving a full meal because of your kind contribution. Think of the joy of feeding Nandi Maharaj and seeing a happy cow chewing green grass. All this is possible through your support.

You can donate:

• ₹251 to sponsor meals for 10 Kanwariyas
• ₹551 to provide both meals and medical aid for one day
• ₹1100 to sponsor green fodder for cows and Nandi Maharaj
• Or any amount that comes from your heart

Remember, every rupee you donate is not just money — it is an offering to Lord Shiva Himself.

Conclusion: Walk the Path of Seva This Sawan

This Sawan, take a step toward a more meaningful devotion. Walk the path of compassion, service, and faith. Help those who walk barefoot for Lord Shiva. Provide them food, water, rest, and care. Let your actions speak louder than words.

Join Doon Animal Welfare Trust in this holy cause. Be the reason someone smiles on their Kanwar journey. Be the reason Lord Shiva blesses your family with joy and good health.

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