Panihati Chida Dahi Utsava

Panihati Chida Dahi Utsava is a traditional Hindu festival celebrated primarily by followers of Lord Chaitanya in West Bengal, India. It commemorates a historic event where Lord Chaitanya and his devotees shared a communal feast of chida (beaten rice), dahi (yogurt), and sugar, symbolizing love, renunciation, and devotion. The festival involves preparing and offering this simple yet sacred dish, along with singing devotional songs and community prayers. It emphasizes humility, spiritual connection, and community bonding, inviting devotees to deepen their faith and celebrate the principles of love and devotion inherent in the Gaudiya Vaishnavism tradition.