Birur: In the context of Birur's Mahanavami celebrations, priest Goravayya Dasharath delivered his Karnika, conveying messages of moral dilemmas between righteousness and unrighteousness, the disruption of global peace, and a cautionary note for devotees.

During the Mahanavami festival underway in birur town, Goravayya Dasharath, the priest of Mylara Lingeshwara deity, presented his Karnika before the devotees. He poignantly stated that the arrow shot by Lord Rama is not in vain, a crisis between dharma (righteousness) and adharma (unrighteousness) has arisen, the disturbance of peace has reached the world, and Varuna (the rain god) has arrived on earth. He urged everyone to remain vigilant.Also Read: "Abhimanyu Leads the Way: Golden Ambari Graces Mysuru Dasara Amid Rain and Cheers"

Dasharath, who has been reciting the Karnika during the festival for the past 15 years, infused his words this time with a message of awakening for the devotees. Amid the floods in North Karnataka and political unrest complicating the social situation, Goravayya's Karnika is elevating spiritual and awareness sentiments among the devotees.

Devotees are interpreting this Karnika in various ways—some view it as a provocative message, while others see it as a cautionary utterance regarding current circumstances, honoring it accordingly. It is noteworthy that festival participants find profound spiritual philosophy in the priest's words and derive satisfaction from it.

Thus, the birur Mahanavami festival is not merely a celebration but is transforming into a symbol of dharma, awareness, and peace for devotees. Goravayya's Karnika for Mylara Lingeshwara is creating a deep impact within the devotee community.