Villagers celebrate as Luni river reaches Balotra
BARMER, July 20 -- The flow of the Luni River, often referred to as the 'Maruganga' of western Rajasthan, has reached Balotra district, spread joy and celebration among local communities. With the arrival of the river water, the region is witnessing a festive atmosphere, marked by traditional rituals, dances, and communal gatherings.
In Samdari village and surrounding rural areas, residents welcomed the river with devotion. From early morning, men, women, and elders gathered on the riverbanks, offering prayers with traditional musical instruments like dhols and nagaras echoing through the area. Women performed folk dances to the rhythmic jingling of worship thalis, while elders showered blessings to mark the sacred occasion.
The recent rainfall in Jodhpur, Ajmer, and Pali districts has led to a renewed flow in the Luni River. The inflow is expected to raise the groundwater levels of agricultural wells, bringing relief to farmers facing irrigation and drinking water shortages.
Local administration, in collaboration with villagers, took the initiative to clean and decorate the riverbanks. The Luni River holds deep cultural and spiritual significance for the region and is seen as a symbol of tradition and faith.
With the monsoon remaining active in western Rajasthan, the rains have brought life back to the arid landscape. Thursday marked the second consecutive year the Luni River has seen significant water inflow. As the river entered the desert region of Balotra on Thursday via Jodhpur, villagers rejoiced and performed ceremonial rituals to honor its arrival.
Rameshwar Lal, a local resident said, Luni is often polluted by chemical waste from factories, and natural water flow has become a rare event. The inflow is expected to recharge local water sources, offering hope to farmers who rely on it....
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