category Regional, chandigarh, , tags Regional, chandigarh, , DW BUREAU Chandigarh Due to the strenuous efforts of Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal, International Gita Mahotsav is being celebrated from the last seven years in a grand manner. With the aim to boost cultural tourism and promoting Kurukshetra, the stage is set for the fourth edition of International Gita Mahotsav (IGM) in Australia from April 28 to 30. Giving more information in this regard, an official spokesperson said that the International Gita Mahotsav has been previously held in Mauritius, England and Canada and now the International Gita Mahotsav is being held in Australia. He said that the Gita Mahotsav is a grand celebration of the timeless wisdom of Bhagavad Gita. The event brings together people from all walks of life to celebrate the spiritual message of Lord Krishna given in Bhagavad Gita. He informed that the event is set to take place in Sydney in 2023, and it promises to be a spectacular display of art, culture, and spirituality. IGM 2023 is being hosted in Australia this year jointly by Association of Haryanvis in Australia (AHA) and Kurukshetra Development Board (KDB) in collaboration with other organisations including Sewa Australia, Hindu Council of Australia, ISKCON, BAPS, HOTA, and many other organisations. He said that ahead of a 3 day celebration to be held from 28th to 30th April, competitions including Painting, Gita Recital, Essay Writing and Colouring were organised yesterday on 23rd April at a large scale. Participation from over 250 individuals was witnessed at these competitions collectively. The competition was open to artists and participants of all ages and backgrounds, and it provided an opportunity for them to showcase their creativity and interpretation of the Gita s teachings. The event convenor for IGM 2023 and Chair of Association of Haryanvis in Australia, Sh. Sewa Singh mentioned that the participation certificates and awards to the winners shall be handed over on the occasion of International Gita Seminar to be held at International Convention Centre in Sydney on April 30. (editor dailyworld.in)