Kanwar Yatra 2025: Why do Kanwar pilgrims wear saffron clothes, know the importance and power of this color

News Topical, Digital Desk : The Kanwar Yatra starts from the Pratipada date of the Krishna Paksha of Sawan, which continues till Krishna Chaturdashi. This year the Kanwar Yatra is starting from 11 July 2025. The main reason for this journey is to please Lord Shiva. With the blessings of Bholenath and his grace, the Kanwar pilgrims wish to attain salvation. 

On this occasion, you will see most of the Kanwadis wearing saffron clothes. Do you know what is the reason behind wearing clothes of this color? If not, then today we are going to tell you the religious and spiritual reason behind this color.  

Saffron is a symbol of sacrifice and austerity 

Saffron colour is considered a symbol of service, sacrifice, penance, determination, faith, meditation and devotion. This is why in Sanatan Dharma, sadhus and sanyasis wear clothes of this colour. Saffron colour also signifies that the person wearing it has got rid of the trap of worldly attachment and illusion. He has become absorbed in the devotion of God. 

The purpose of the Kanwar Yatra is not just to collect holy water from the river and perform Jalabhishek in the Shiva temple. This journey also demands purity and cleanliness. No kind of intoxicants like tobacco, gutka, cigarette etc. are consumed during this journey.

Saffron color increases self-confidence

During this period, they have to observe celibacy and stay away from non-vegetarian food. In such a situation, the pilgrims overcome physical and mental challenges with the help of devotion towards Lord Shiva. In this, saffron colour helps in increasing their self-confidence. 

This is why devotees wear saffron coloured clothes during the Kanwar Yatra. They rise above their daily activities and become absorbed in Shiva Bhakti. During this time, they are doing rigorous penance. This colour inspires them to increase their energy and self-confidence during this penance.

Saffron is a symbol of unity 

Kanwar Yatra is carried out in groups because it would be difficult without discipline, spirit of service and dedication. It is also a symbol of unity. For this reason saffron coloured clothes keep them united and also keep the feeling of religious consciousness alive in them.

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