THE BHARAT SCOUTS AND GUIDES NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS, NEW DELHI CAMP REPORT 1ST NATIONAL LEVEL ROVER AND RANGER SERVICE CAMP DURING BAHUBALI SWAMY MAHAMASTAKABHISHEKA AT SHRAVANABELAGOLA,HASSAN DISTRICT, KARNATAKA FROM 15TH FEBRUARY TO 20TH FEBRUARY 2018. ABOUT THE EVENT Mahamastakabhisheka – Celebrating the Lord’s Glory Every 12 years, the small town of Shravanabelagola in Karnataka turns into a conglomeration of hundreds of thousands of visitors from around the world. The occasion- the celebration of the Mahamastakabhisheka ceremony. One of the biggest festivals for the Jain community, it honors Lord Bahubali, a revered Jain icon. Lord Bahubali. Mahamastakabhisheka Event Schedule in Feb 2018 Date Event Feb 7 – 11 Panchakalyana Mahotsava Feb 12 – 17 Samavasarana Bhakti Pooja Mahotsava Feb 17- 25 Mahamastakabhisheka Feb 26 Valedictory Feb 17 Mahamastakabhisheka with 108 kalashas and panchamruta abhisheka Fer 18-25 Mahamastakabhisheka with 1008 kalashas and panchamruta abhisheka Types of Kalashas Performed 1. Pratham Kalash 9. Navaratna Kalash 2. Ratna Kalash 10. Divya Kalash 3. Rajatha Kalash 11. Kansya Kalash 4. Shubhamangala Kalash 12. Gullakayajji Kalash 5. Shatabdi Kalash 13. Naratna Kalash 6. Suvarna Suvarna Kalash 14. Divya Kalash 7. Tamara Kalash 15. Kansya Kalash 8. Janamangala Kalash 16. Gullakayajji Kalash 21 Varieties of Abhishekas Performed from Saturday Turmeric Mahamangalarati Jalabhisheka Fourth Kalash Silver Flowers Paste Herbal Tender Coconut Sandal Paste Gold Flowers Liquid Sugar Cane Colored Sandal Shower of First Kalash Juice Paste Flowers Second Asta Gandha Milk Central Kalash Kalash Paste Eight Precious Rice Flour Third Kalash Saffron Flowers Items About Mahamastakabhisheka Lord Bahubali is highly revered by the Jains. He is considered to be the first one to have attained salvation. Shravanabelagola is home to the 57 feet high gigantic idol of Lord Gommateshwara Bahubali that stands on the Vindyagiri Hill. It is believed to be the largest monolithic statue in the world. This is the head anointing ceremony of the idol. It is part of an ancient Jain tradition. During the ceremony, the statue of the Lord is worshipped by the devotees who gather from far off places to be a part of the event. Various special rituals are observed to mark the ceremony. The rituals are as per the Digamber Jain tradition. Shravanabelagola: Devotees offer flower petals on the 58 feet monolithic statue of Gomateshwara or Lord Bahubali on the second day of the 88th Mahamasthakabhishek in Shravanabelagola in Hassan district, some 150 km from Bengaluru on Feb 18, 2018. The Mahamasthakabhishek takes place once in 12 years. History of Mahamastakabhisheka The history of the ceremony traces back to more than one thousand thirty-five years ago. The statue of Lord Bahubali, the centerpiece of the ceremony, was built around 981 A.D. The custom of celebrating the ceremony started in the same year. Since then, the devotees have continued to celebrate the ceremony every 12 years. The last head anointing ceremony took place in 2006. It was observed with a lot of enthusiasm and splendor as it marked the first celebration of the ceremony in the new millennium. The Upcoming Mahamastakabhisheka The next ceremony is to be held in 2018. It will be the 88th celebration of the ceremony. The celebration will take place from 17 to 25 February 2018. The event is to be conducted under the guidance of His Holiness Swasti Sri Charukeerthi Bhattarakha Swamiji of Shravanabelagola. More than 1 million devotees are expected to attend the event in 2018. Mahamastakabhisheka. Celebration of Mahamastakabhisheka The celebration involves smearing the idol from the contents of 1008 pots carried by the devotees. The preparation for the event starts around 18 days before the due date. On the main day of the festival, the worship of the Lord begins from early morning. Devotees place the 1008 pots near the feet of the idol. A large number of priests chant divine hymns as devotees carry the pots to reach the top of the huge statue. After climbing around 600 stairs, the devotees reach the top of the idol and pour water on it. The idol is then smeared with various things like milk, turmeric paste, rice flour, coconut water, sandalwood, sugarcane juice, vermilion, and 52 varieties of flowers. Then the lord is also offered precious stones and gold and silver coins as a mark of respect. It is also showered with flower petals. The ceremony continues for around 10 hours during which countless devotees show their devotion to the Lord. The Jains believe that attending this ceremony is helpful for uplifting their souls. Other Mahamastakabhishekas Apart from the Bahubali statue at Shravanabelagola, the other statues of the Lord in Karnataka are also honored with the ceremony at a gap of 12 years. These include the statues at the following places: Dharmasthala – The next celebration to be held in 2019. Karkala – The next celebration to be held in 2027. Venur – The next celebration to be held in 2024. Kumbhoj – The next celebration to be held in 2027. Shravanabelagola: Devotees pour milk on the 58 feet monolithic statue of Gomateshwara or Lord Bahubali on the second day of the 88th Mahamasthakabhishek in Shravanabelagola in Hassan district, some 150 km from Bengaluru on Feb 18, 2018. The Mahamasthakabhishek takes place once in 12 years. CAMP REPORT It gives me immense pleasure to present a brief report on this auspicious occasion of this First National Level Rovers & Rangers Service Camp During Bahubali Swamy Mahamastakabhisheka held at Shravanabelagola, Hassan District,Karnataka from 15.02.2018 to 20.02.2018. Sir this camp consists of 153 Rovers, 70 Rangers, 05 Rover Leader,05 Ranger Leader and one Leader of the Camp. As a joint venture every one assisted in this program to make it a grand success. On 15.02.2018 with the help of Staff of BS&G Karnataka registration committee, we could register all the participants arrived on the day and allotted the Tents with Ground Sheet,Bucket,Mug etc for the comfortable stay. The camp started with a flag break, inaugural function having Smt.GEETA NATRAJ,Chief Guest and Shri.M A KHALID ,Guest of Honor and all other officials of the The Bharat Scouts and Guides Karnataka State at 14.00 Hrs. In his inaugural speech he mentioned that scouting is a way of life. It aims that punctuality, discipline and helping others to make every human being to become great. The idea of the camp i.e SERVICE and adjustment of living with others and life skills were emphasized in his speech. After the function Camp Tour was held to familiarize the places where one has to render Service. From 16th and 19th Service Activities were conducted at different locations of Shravanabelagola Rovers,Rangers,RL and RSL actively took part in every Service Activity very actively and wonderfully co-operated during the Mahamastakabhisheka Rush Hours. On 20.02.2018 all faith prayer and valedictory function were conducted. The Staff of BS&G Karnataka praised the wonderful scouting movement and Service rendered by the National Team at the valedictory Function. The Chief Guest of the programme addressed the gathering by explaining the importance of scouting in human life to help poor and needy people, unity in diversity and to make every human being to become a good citizen of India. The campers had excellent quality food arranged by the Central Kitchen for Volunteers .The food was delicious, hygienic, clean and tasty. All the participants enjoyed, appreciated and relished the food supplied. I extend my heartfelt thanks for the opportunity given by the Bharat Scouts and Guides Karnataka for participating in the Camp. In this connection I would like to thank the Leader of the camp Shri. Aneesh Kumar and camp officials,Rover leaders,Ranger Leaders and young participants of Rovers and Rangers for all the help in this camp. Once again I thank all the officials of Bharat Scouts and Guides for this wonderful opportunity given to me for participating in this camp and complete it successfully. With Scouts and Guides Greetings, SUHAS M K ROVER – KARNATAKA THE BHARAT SCOUTS & GUIDES, NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS, NEW DELHI NAME OF THE CAMP: - First National Level Rovers & Rangers Service Camp During Bahubali Swamy Mahamastakabhisheka. VENUE: - Shravanabelagola, Hassan District, Karnataka. DATE: - 15th to 20th February, 2018 (06 days) DAILY ROUTINE 1st Day Programme 09:00 Hrs. Arrival, Registration, Settling down. 11:00-13:00 Hrs. Lunch. 14:00 Hrs. Flag Ceremony & Integration Session. 15:00 Camp Tour. 17:00-19:00 Hrs. Dinner. 20:30 Hrs. Meeting. 22:00 Hrs. Lights off. 2nd to 5th Day Programme 05:00 Hrs. Rouse. 05:00-07:30Hrs. Break Fast. 11:00-13:00 Hrs. Lunch. 17:00-19:30 Hrs Dinner. 20:30 Hrs. Meeting. 22:00 Hrs. Lights off. 6th Day Programme 05:00 Hrs. Rouse. 06:00 Hrs. All Faiths Prayer Meeting followed by Flag Ceremony. 07:00Hrs. BreakBreak Fast. 08:30 Hrs Final inspection, return of Gears. 09:30 Hrs Open session, Evaluation, Final talk, lowering of the Flag STATE WISE LIST OF PARTICIPANTS S.NO STATE ROVERS RANGERS RL RSL TOTAL 1 ASSAM 04 03 01 00 08 2 BIHAR 04 03 01 01 09 3 HARYANA 05 00 00 00 05 4 KARNATAKA 103 50 00 01 154 5 KERELA 02 00 00 00 02 6 MAHARASHTRA 07 02 02 01 12 7 N.C. RAILWAY 03 02 00 00 05 8 N.E. RAILWAY 04 02 00 01 07 9 ODISHA 09 04 01 00 14 10 RAJASTHAN 05 02 00 00 07 11 WERTERN RAILWAY 07 02 00 01 10 TOTAL 153 70 05 05 233 LIST OF PARTICIPANTS S.NO NAME STATE RANK 1 DIPA DAS ASSAM RANGER 2 JEUTI DAS ASSAM RANGER 3 PRIYANKA MANDAL ASSAM RANGER 4 SUCHITRA GOSWAMI ASSAM R.L.