Ajmer Sharif Dargah to Distribute 4000 kg of Vegetarian Langar in Honor of PM Modi's Birthday

To mark Prime Minister Narendra Modi ’s 74th birthday and as part of the "Sewa Pakhwada" celebrations, the historic Ajmer Sharif Dargah will distribute 4000 kg of vegetarian "Langar" food, continuing a centuries-old tradition. This special event, using the world-renowned "Big Shahi Deg," will begin with a ceremonial lighting of the deg at 10:30 PM on the night of September 16 inside the Dargah of Hazrat Khwaja Moinuddin Chishty.

The Dargah authorities, in an official statement, highlighted the importance of the occasion: "In celebration of the birthday of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and in conjunction with 'Sewa Pakhwada,' the historic and world-famous 'Big Shahi Deg' at Ajmer Dargah Sharif will once again be used to prepare and distribute 4000 kg of vegetarian 'Langar' food, continuing a tradition that has been upheld for over 550 years."

Syed Afshan Chishty, Gaddi Nashin of the Dargah, confirmed the event details, explaining that the meal would consist of rice, pure ghee, and dry fruits. Speaking to ANI, Chishty said, "On the occasion of his (PM Modi's) birthday, seva programmes will be organised at religious places in the country... On the occasion of his birthday Prime Minister, we will prepare 4,000 kg of vegetarian food, which will include rice and pure ghee, dry fruits and distribute it. Along with this, the Gurus and poor people around us will also be given langar as a service."

The event, organized by the Indian Minority Foundation and the Chishty Foundation of Ajmer Sharif, will not only see the distribution of the meal but will also include special prayers for Prime Minister Modi’s long life and well-being. "We will also pray for the long life of PM Modi on his birthday. The entire langar is being organised by the Indian Minority Foundation and Chishty Foundation of Ajmer Sharif," Syed Afshan Chishty added.

The "Big Shahi Deg" is one of the largest cooking vessels in the world, capable of preparing vast amounts of food to serve thousands of devotees. Throughout the night, the cooking process will be accompanied by the recitation of "Quranic verses," devotional songs such as "Naats," and "Qawwalis" in praise of saints. Special prayers, or "Dua," will be offered for peace, unity, prosperity, and the success of the "Sewa Pakhwada" initiative.

Distribution of the langar will begin the following morning and will continue to ensure that all attendees and nearby communities can partake in the blessed meal. Volunteers will manage the distribution process to ensure smooth and orderly service.

The ceremony will conclude with prayers for the welfare of the nation and all humanity. The Dargah authorities emphasized that the event not only commemorates the Prime Minister's birthday but also embodies the values of "Sewa" (service) and community welfare, core teachings of Hazrat Khwaja Moinuddin Chishty.

This event reflects the spirit of unity, service, and devotion that has been part of the Dargah’s long-standing traditions, ensuring the well-being of communities through collective action and prayer.