रविवार, 27 जून 2010
सोमवार, 14 जून 2010
Budel Kesri Maharaja Chhatrasal
Budelkhand Kesri Maharaja Chhatrasal (4 May 1649 - 1731) along with Chatrapati Shivaji and Guru Gobind Singh formed a trinity of rebels who rose against Aurangzeb's rule in the 18th century. He fought under the Mughal army initially, but later took up cudgels against the Mughals in Bundelkhand and put an end to their rule in his territories.
He was born in Kachar Kachnai on 4th May, 1649, to Bundela chieftan Champat Rai and Lal Kunwar. Early in his childhood he was separated from his parents and then he had made up his mind to fight against the tyrannical rule of the Mughals. As advised by Shivaji- the Maratha warrior, he determined to fight for the independence of Bundelkhand and after his meeting with Swami Mahamati Prannath, Chhatrasal became strong and powerful. Just as Guru Ramdas showed the way to Shivaji so did Mahamati Prannath gave guidance and true knowledge to Maharaja Chhatrasal. It was with his blessings that he could establish the divine kingdom of Panna, as predicted in the scriptures as 'the heavenly kingdom on earth'. Prannath ji guided Chhatrasal in religious, social, political and economical matters. He also granted Maharaja Chhatrasal the boon to find diamonds in Panna. Chhatrasal raised the banner of revolt against the Mughals in Bundelkhand at the age of 22, with an army of 5 horsemen and 25 swordsmen, in 1671. In the first 10 years of his fight, (between 1671 and 1680) Chhatralsal met with enviable success. Within the first 10 years, he had conquered a large tract of land around the region between Chitrakoot and Panna in the east, up to Gwalior in the west, and from Kalpi in the north to Sagar, Garah Kota and Damoh in the south. Some of the reputed Mughal Generals who were defeated by him are Rohilla Khan, Kaliq, Munawwar Khan, Sadruddin, Sheikh Anwar, Sayyid Latif, Bahlol Khan and Abdus Ahmed.
Maharaja Chhatrasal captured Mahoba in 1680. Upon his death in 1732, Chhatrasal bequeathed Mahoba and the surrounding area to the Maratha Peshwa Baji Rao I in return for Baji Rao's assistance against the Mughals.
In the second phase of his struggle between 1681 and 1707, Chhatrasal suffered a few reverses, but because Aurangzeb had also to protect his southern territories which were continually under attack by the Marathas, he was able to resist the Mughals.
After Mahamati Prannath, the entire responsibility of promoting the faith fell on Chhatrasal. Like the Buddha's disciple Emperor Ashoka, Chhatrasal was a talented missionary. He endeavoured to promulgate the Krishna Pranami / Nijanand Sampradaya of Mahamati Prannath. As an organised team both abroad and at home, a learned group of enlightened souls continued propagating and practising the teachings of the Mahamati. By their works and verses drenched in the doctrine of love for the Lord they were the source of great strength for their followers. Their areas of work were sufficiently large and by the sheer fruity of their lives and simplicity of principles they could always get a responsive audience. Noble souls like Laldass, Mukund Dass, Braj Bhushan, Hans Raj, Gopal Dass, jugal Dass to mention a few, were successful in bringing several families on the fold of prananmi cult.
The major centres of this religion are Jam Nagar, Panna, Surat Allahabad, Haridwar, Delhi, Karnal, Jaipur, Kalimpong, Bhiwani, Sherpur etc. A large number of pilgrims flock to these places to take part in the annual congregations. In recent years many scholars have been attracted to this religion and researchers are doing a commendable job to unearth and publicize the main contribution of this religion.
There was a Postal Stamp issued in his honor by Indian Post.
Stamp Issue Date: 02/10/1987
Postage Stamp Denomination: 0.60 Rupee
Postal Stamp Serial Number: 1258
Postal Stamp Name: CHHATRASAL ON HORSE BACK
Number of stamps printed: 1000000
He was born in Kachar Kachnai on 4th May, 1649, to Bundela chieftan Champat Rai and Lal Kunwar. Early in his childhood he was separated from his parents and then he had made up his mind to fight against the tyrannical rule of the Mughals. As advised by Shivaji- the Maratha warrior, he determined to fight for the independence of Bundelkhand and after his meeting with Swami Mahamati Prannath, Chhatrasal became strong and powerful. Just as Guru Ramdas showed the way to Shivaji so did Mahamati Prannath gave guidance and true knowledge to Maharaja Chhatrasal. It was with his blessings that he could establish the divine kingdom of Panna, as predicted in the scriptures as 'the heavenly kingdom on earth'. Prannath ji guided Chhatrasal in religious, social, political and economical matters. He also granted Maharaja Chhatrasal the boon to find diamonds in Panna. Chhatrasal raised the banner of revolt against the Mughals in Bundelkhand at the age of 22, with an army of 5 horsemen and 25 swordsmen, in 1671. In the first 10 years of his fight, (between 1671 and 1680) Chhatralsal met with enviable success. Within the first 10 years, he had conquered a large tract of land around the region between Chitrakoot and Panna in the east, up to Gwalior in the west, and from Kalpi in the north to Sagar, Garah Kota and Damoh in the south. Some of the reputed Mughal Generals who were defeated by him are Rohilla Khan, Kaliq, Munawwar Khan, Sadruddin, Sheikh Anwar, Sayyid Latif, Bahlol Khan and Abdus Ahmed.
Maharaja Chhatrasal captured Mahoba in 1680. Upon his death in 1732, Chhatrasal bequeathed Mahoba and the surrounding area to the Maratha Peshwa Baji Rao I in return for Baji Rao's assistance against the Mughals.
In the second phase of his struggle between 1681 and 1707, Chhatrasal suffered a few reverses, but because Aurangzeb had also to protect his southern territories which were continually under attack by the Marathas, he was able to resist the Mughals.
After Mahamati Prannath, the entire responsibility of promoting the faith fell on Chhatrasal. Like the Buddha's disciple Emperor Ashoka, Chhatrasal was a talented missionary. He endeavoured to promulgate the Krishna Pranami / Nijanand Sampradaya of Mahamati Prannath. As an organised team both abroad and at home, a learned group of enlightened souls continued propagating and practising the teachings of the Mahamati. By their works and verses drenched in the doctrine of love for the Lord they were the source of great strength for their followers. Their areas of work were sufficiently large and by the sheer fruity of their lives and simplicity of principles they could always get a responsive audience. Noble souls like Laldass, Mukund Dass, Braj Bhushan, Hans Raj, Gopal Dass, jugal Dass to mention a few, were successful in bringing several families on the fold of prananmi cult.
The major centres of this religion are Jam Nagar, Panna, Surat Allahabad, Haridwar, Delhi, Karnal, Jaipur, Kalimpong, Bhiwani, Sherpur etc. A large number of pilgrims flock to these places to take part in the annual congregations. In recent years many scholars have been attracted to this religion and researchers are doing a commendable job to unearth and publicize the main contribution of this religion.
There was a Postal Stamp issued in his honor by Indian Post.
Stamp Issue Date: 02/10/1987
Postage Stamp Denomination: 0.60 Rupee
Postal Stamp Serial Number: 1258
Postal Stamp Name: CHHATRASAL ON HORSE BACK
Number of stamps printed: 1000000
Bundeli Samahor-10 to commence from today
Bhopal Posted On Monday, June 14, 2010
The two-day 'Bundeli Samaroh-2010' would be inaugurated today by Governor Rameshwar Thakur in Shaheed Bhavan near MLA Rest House in capital Bhopal under the aegis of Akhil Bhartiya Bundelkhand Sahitya and Sanskriti Parishad. The festivity would mark the birth anniversary of Bundel Kesari Chhatrasal.
The function would be chaired by Finance Minister Raghavji and addressed by Minister for Culture Lakshmikant Sharma. On this occasion, the Governor would release senior litterateur Kailash Madbaiya's two important literary creation - an illustrated poetic scripture 'Jai Veer Bundele Jawanan Ki' (Hail the Gallant Bundeli Soldiers) and a historic gazette 'Vindhya ke Bankure' (Brave Men of Vindhya Region). He would also honour three senior personalities of Bundelkhand region with national award
The celebration would begin from 8 a.m. in the morning by floral tribute offering at statue of Chhatrasal at Chhatrasal trisection, Tin shade. MP Kailash Joshi would be the chief guest of the function on this occasion, which would be presided over by Mayor Krishna Gaur.
A literary meet of litterateurs, artists from all across the Bundelkhand would begin from 5 p.m. in the evening at Shaheed Bhavan in which literary recitation on folk literature would be held.
The main function would be inaugurated at 7 p.m. by Governor Ramehwar Thakur. A grand presentation of Rai folk dance would be showcased by 16 dancers led by international fame Ramsahay Pandey from Sagar. A national poetic meet of Bundeli dialect would also be organised by the Bundeli Festival
रविवार, 2 मई 2010
Gourmet delight The Bundelkhand food fest is a treat for food lovers
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The Bundelkhand food fest is a treat for food lovers
Photo: G. Krishnaswamy Related
The Hindu Executive Chef Manish at Bundelkhand food festival.
Move aside exotic international dishes. Here's a cuisine that can give signature Indian dishes a royal run for their money. Shocking but interesting, these dishes come from the ‘tribals in the jungle areas of Madhya Pradesh, Jhansi and Indore. Another surprising fact is that these foods are mostly vegetarian and has speciality of Jainism.
Taj Banjara in its effort to introduce these never-before-tried cuisine, bring the Bundelkhand food festival.
Termed as ‘tribal cuisine experience' the uniqueness of the taste lies in the style of preparation; the use of raw materials and extensive consumption of different types of millets. Bundelkhandi cuisine claims its roots back to the Jain cuisne.
The speciality is the unique amalgam of wheat and milk with local culinary products. Bundelkhandi cuisine extensively uses clay pot for the preparation of their food and the fact that it is cooked on firewood gives it a unique flavour. The famous dishes of the region are Kunde Ka Bhatta, Murar ka kebab and Tapu. The rice variety is also unusual, one famous being the Kodu til ka bhaat. The two types of rice widely used in this region are Kodu and Kudki. Kodu til ka bhaat is a preparation of rice with black sesame.
In an effort to preserve and revive this cuisine, Chef Manish from Banjar Tola and Kanha National Park has documented the cuisine. He is brought to the city to share these unexplored flavours with food connoisseurs here.
Most of the dishes contain very little oil and no use of artificial flavours. The dal prepared from green sprouts is to be tried. The kunde ka bhatta is somewhat similar to the traditional baigan ka bharta but it has a different steamed feel to the dish. Also the use of the green egg plant gives the dish a bland taste. The puris of the region are made from bajra and jawari and should be tried. In the non-vegetarian range, fish is generously served. Some dishes are Bhunji Macharia, Macharia ke kebab or Machariya tarkari.
The Bundeli gosht and Sighdi wala kukra are two dishes that needs a special mention. They go well with the masala rice.
The desserts are a few but nevertheless each of them should be tasted. The best of them is the Rass kheer a sweet dish which is prepared by mixing the extracts of the mahua flower with milk and millets no sugar is added in this.
The food fest at Taj Banjara will be on till May 9 only for dinner and a meal for two will cost approximately Rs. 1500.
orce:The Hindu
The Bundelkhand food fest is a treat for food lovers
Photo: G. Krishnaswamy Related
The Hindu Executive Chef Manish at Bundelkhand food festival.
Move aside exotic international dishes. Here's a cuisine that can give signature Indian dishes a royal run for their money. Shocking but interesting, these dishes come from the ‘tribals in the jungle areas of Madhya Pradesh, Jhansi and Indore. Another surprising fact is that these foods are mostly vegetarian and has speciality of Jainism.
Taj Banjara in its effort to introduce these never-before-tried cuisine, bring the Bundelkhand food festival.
Termed as ‘tribal cuisine experience' the uniqueness of the taste lies in the style of preparation; the use of raw materials and extensive consumption of different types of millets. Bundelkhandi cuisine claims its roots back to the Jain cuisne.
The speciality is the unique amalgam of wheat and milk with local culinary products. Bundelkhandi cuisine extensively uses clay pot for the preparation of their food and the fact that it is cooked on firewood gives it a unique flavour. The famous dishes of the region are Kunde Ka Bhatta, Murar ka kebab and Tapu. The rice variety is also unusual, one famous being the Kodu til ka bhaat. The two types of rice widely used in this region are Kodu and Kudki. Kodu til ka bhaat is a preparation of rice with black sesame.
In an effort to preserve and revive this cuisine, Chef Manish from Banjar Tola and Kanha National Park has documented the cuisine. He is brought to the city to share these unexplored flavours with food connoisseurs here.
Most of the dishes contain very little oil and no use of artificial flavours. The dal prepared from green sprouts is to be tried. The kunde ka bhatta is somewhat similar to the traditional baigan ka bharta but it has a different steamed feel to the dish. Also the use of the green egg plant gives the dish a bland taste. The puris of the region are made from bajra and jawari and should be tried. In the non-vegetarian range, fish is generously served. Some dishes are Bhunji Macharia, Macharia ke kebab or Machariya tarkari.
The Bundeli gosht and Sighdi wala kukra are two dishes that needs a special mention. They go well with the masala rice.
The desserts are a few but nevertheless each of them should be tasted. The best of them is the Rass kheer a sweet dish which is prepared by mixing the extracts of the mahua flower with milk and millets no sugar is added in this.
The food fest at Taj Banjara will be on till May 9 only for dinner and a meal for two will cost approximately Rs. 1500.
orce:The Hindu
बुधवार, 14 अप्रैल 2010
चौदहवें बुन्देली-उत्सव बसारी में :भास्कर
बुंदेली-उत्सव के तीसरी संध्या पर बधइया एवं दलदल घोड़ी नृत्य ने मचाई धूम
भास्कर संवाददाता &छतरपुर (chhatarpur)21 अप्रैल 2010
बसारी में चल रहे चौदहवें बुन्देली-उत्सव की तीसरी संध्या पर बुंदेलखंड (bundelkhand) की विभिन्न लोक परंपराओं एवं लोक संस्कृति पर आधारित गायन एवं नृत्य आदि की प्रस्तुतियां हुई। कार्यक्रम का शुभारंभ मुख्य अतिथि विधायक ललिता यादव के द्वारा किया गया।
श्रीमती यादव ने कहा कि भौतिकवादी युग में हम अपने आपको भूल रहे हैं ऐसे समय में बुन्देली विकास संस्थान के बैनर तले बुंदेली परम्पराओं, मान्यताओं, रीति रिवाज, वेष भूषा, लोक कला, संस्कृति एवं धरोहर की रक्षा का प्रयास अतुलनीय है।आज लोगों को इन सब आयोजन के लिए न तो सोच है, न ही समय। परिणाम स्वरूप आदमी का जीवन नीरस होता जाता है।
कार्यक्रम की अध्यक्षता कर रहे परशुराम शुक्ल ने कहा कि बुंदेली संस्कृति पर संकट के बादल है एवं बुंदेली भाषा विलुप्त हो रही है। बुंदेली परिस्थिति पर यह संकट खड़ी बोली नहीं बल्कि अंग्रेजियत के कारण है। आज प्रत्येक व्यक्ति अपने बच्चों को अंग्रेजी माध्यम के स्कूलों में शिक्षा देना पसंद कर रहे है। जिसके कारण वे लोग अंग्रेजी व खड़ी बोली तो सीखते है, लेकिन बुंदेली नहीं। बुंदेली उत्सव २०१० राव बहादुर सिंह सम्मान डॉ. अवध किशोर जडिय़ा हरपालपुर तथा परशुराम शुक्ल विरही देवीपुरम शिवपुरी को दिया गया। डॉ. जडिय़ा ने बुंदेली भाषा में अनेक ग्रंथ लिखे हैं। वहीं डॉ. परशुराम शुक्ल ''विरहीÓÓ ने भी बुंदेली आलोचना के क्षेत्र में महत्वपूर्ण योगदान दिया है।
उत्सव की तीसरी संध्या पर विभिन्न लोक परंपराओं एवं लोक संस्कृति पर आधारित गायन एवं नृत्य में कछियाई प्रतियोगिता में प्रथम स्थान जय दुर्गा मंडल भावनीपुरवा एवं द्वितीय स्थान रंगी मंडल महोबा ने प्राप्त किया। कहरवा प्रतियोगिता में प्रथम स्थान हर्षित कला मंडल सागर तथा द्वितीय स्थान बजरंग मंडल बसारी ने प्राप्त किया। सोहर प्रतियोगिता में प्रथम स्थान संध्या सरमन व सखियां उरई (जालौन) ने तथा द्वितीय स्थान गिरजाबाई सागर ने प्राप्त किया। इसी तरह ढिमरयाई प्रतियोगिता में प्रथम स्थान लीलाधर व साथी कर्रापुर सागर एवं द्वितीय स्थान सत्संग मंडल, परसौरिया दमोह ने प्राप्त किया। अहिरवारी बैठक में प्रथम स्थान कुन्नाई अहिरवार कर्री एवं दूसरा स्थान कालीचरण अहिरवार बुदारा ने प्राप्त किया।
दलदल घा़ेडी में प्रथम स्थान बजरंग मंडल बसारी एवं दूसरा स्थान गुरू अहिरवार व सार्थी कर्री ने प्राप्त किया। बरने प्रतियोगिता में प्रथम स्थान गिरजाबाई सागर एवं द्वितीय स्थान रमाबाई सागर रहीं।
इसके साथ कई अन्य सांस्कृतिक प्रस्तुतियों में गोट में मूलचन्द्र पाल, बधइया नृत्य में नवरंग लोक कला मंडल सागर एवं सैर में भगवानदास सभापति छतरपुर (chhatarpur) सराहनीय रहीं।
sorce:भास्कर
बुधवार, 7 अप्रैल 2010
An university in the state's backward Bundelkhand region :Hardayal कुशवाहा न्यूज़
MP to set up university in Bundelkhand region 07.04.2010
बुन्देली साहित्य कला आकादमी
Bundelkhand News : Apart from a university in the Bundelkhand region, the state cabinet also decided to establish 14 new government colleges
The Government of Madhya Pradesh has decided to set up a university in the backward Bundelkhand region of the state.
"The decision has been taken at a meeting of the state cabinet chaired by Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan," Parliamentary Affairs Minister Narottam Mishra told mediapersons here, reports IANS.
Apart from a university in the state's backward Bundelkhand region, the state cabinet also decided to establish 14 new government colleges in the state, Mishra said.
Besides a decision to give UGC pay-scales to teaching and non-teaching staff of the colleges from January 1, 2006, the state cabinet decided that the retirement age of the teaching staff of universities and colleges will also be raised to 65 years from the present 62 years, he said.
However, those retired teachers who would be engaged as guest faculty would be entitled for the job till 70 years of age.
Similarly, the cabinet also decided to raise the age of retirement of Vice-Chancellors from the present 65 years to 70 years, he said.
बुन्देली साहित्य कला आकादमी
Bundelkhand News : Apart from a university in the Bundelkhand region, the state cabinet also decided to establish 14 new government colleges
The Government of Madhya Pradesh has decided to set up a university in the backward Bundelkhand region of the state.
"The decision has been taken at a meeting of the state cabinet chaired by Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan," Parliamentary Affairs Minister Narottam Mishra told mediapersons here, reports IANS.
Apart from a university in the state's backward Bundelkhand region, the state cabinet also decided to establish 14 new government colleges in the state, Mishra said.
Besides a decision to give UGC pay-scales to teaching and non-teaching staff of the colleges from January 1, 2006, the state cabinet decided that the retirement age of the teaching staff of universities and colleges will also be raised to 65 years from the present 62 years, he said.
However, those retired teachers who would be engaged as guest faculty would be entitled for the job till 70 years of age.
Similarly, the cabinet also decided to raise the age of retirement of Vice-Chancellors from the present 65 years to 70 years, he said.
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