As Shree Krishna Janmashtami celebrations conclude at midnight, calls are being made to engage more youths in religious festivities and for parents to show more interest in their children, spend quality time with them, and guide them in the work of their religion.
Lord Krishna is the eighth incarnation of Lord Vishnu and the celebration serves as a reminder of his divine arrival, bringing hope and joy.
Shree Sanatan Dharm Pratinidhi Sabha of Fiji President Dhirendra Nand says parents are the key to shaping the future of their children and can play a vital role in addressing many of the issues we face as a society.
He also highlighted that they are collaborating with the Community Policing, which joined their sessions to raise awareness and speak on pressing social issues.
He says this partnership reflects how faith-based organisations and law enforcement can work together to address challenges facing society.
Nand also confirmed that they have been invited by the Fiji Corrections Service to conduct a preaching session for 43 inmates, marking a historic moment to share the message of God and support the Yellow Ribbon rehabilitation program.
Meanwhile, the President of Taupo Satsang Ramayan Mandali in New Zealand, Dev Achari, says the festival signifies the triumph of good over evil, as Lord Krishna was reincarnated to defeat his cruel uncle, Kans.
Achari says religious activities help keep youths engaged.
While responding to serious concerns about drugs in our society, Achari says youths are less likely to turn to drugs if they participate in religious activities, as these events teach valuable life lessons.
When questioned about how to motivate youths to take part in such events, the President says they have appointed a youth leader, who is responsible for bringing together youths and children, and organising activities for them.
Meanwhile, the Shree Sanatan Pratinidhi Sabha of Fiji is urging people to immerse flowers in a responsible manner.
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