Rajasthan, India - A Traveller’s Paradise

Rajasthan State was formed as ‘Rajputana’ by merging many big and small feudral kingdoms such as Jaipur, Jodhpur, Bikaner, Kota, Jhalawar, Matsya, Jaisalmer etc. Later on Siroi and Ajmer areas merged to form a larger state of Rajasthan.

After Independence, the state has undergone radical progress and development from various aspects as literacy rate, agriculture, power reforms and health factor. In last 60 years, the three chief ministers who really mattered for the developmental acceleration of the state are “Mr Mohan Lal Sukhadia”, “Mr Bhairon Singh Shekhawat” and “Madam Vasundra Raje”.

Though other chief ministers namely Mr Hiralal Shastri, Mr Venkatchari, Mr Teeka Ram Paliwal, Mr JaiNarayan Vyas, Mr Barkatulla Khan, Mr Shiv Charan Mathur, Mr Haridev Joshi, Mr Jagannath Pahadia, Mr Heera Lal Devpura and Mr Ashok Gehlot have also played a considerable part in bringing about changes in Rajasthan.

Rajasthan state had water scarcity as the major problem in the past and even today. The actual farmers were not the majority land owners as the kingdom owners owned the majority of land. It was Mr ML Sukhadia, who by his smart legislation helped the farmers gain ownership of the land they were cultivating. The state has shown rapid growth in transportation, irrigation and power sector.

By and large people were oppressed because of the very nature of feudalism in the past. Democracy was really never a part of their life till initial years of independence. The state of Rajasthan has mainly two national parties contesting the elections since a long time, they are Congress and Bhartiya Janta Party. Though small parties as Ram Rajya Parishad, Swatantra Party, Janta Dal and Lok Dal emerged, but could not win the voters confidence for staying long.

In last 60 years, the progress is commandable, still the state governments have failed to provide safe drinking water to the inhabitants.

In the last elections, Madam Vasundra Raje emerged victorious with comfortable majority against the popular belief of Congress doing a second term under the leadership of Mr Ashok Gehlot. Infact, parties loose and parties win, but they hardly analyze why after remaining in power for 5 yrs, do poorly inspite of claiming all things in their favor. The congress lost in the last elections may be due to lack of communication between the general public and the bureaucrats.

I would continue from here tomorrow and will analyze and present my views on various elections agendas for state assembly this year around.

November 20th, 2008 | Tags: chief ministers rajasthan, congress rajasthan, elections 2008, elections in rajasthan, elections rajasthan, rajasthan election news, rajasthan elections, rajasthan elections 2008, rajasthan state elections | Category: about rajasthan | Leave a comment

About Yoga

Yoga is a way of meditation as well as a school of health related exercise that has the power to cure many ailments. Serious Yoga learners can opt from a number of renowned Yoga institutions in Jaipur. There are many genuine centers in Rajasthan for those seeking spiritual benefits.

Yoga consists of breathing and physical exercises, and the proper manner in which these are performed can lead to amazing results in people, curing them of ailments and increasing the longevity of their lives.

About Rajasthan Swasthya Yog Parishad

To propagate yoga education and establish a centres in the entire state, the Rajasthan Asthya Yoga Parishad is providing training free charge to men, women and students. Founded 1974 by yoga lovers, it has today emerged as a pioneering institute in yoga. The parishad at present is running ten centres in Jaipur city alone.

The physical branch of yoga consists of the ‘asanas’ i.e. the exercises and positions which develop the body and the pranayamas; the breathing exercises. Mental development in yoga 3mes through concentration and breathing technique. The parishad has its own building and big campus dedicated to yoga activities in Jaipur. Here serious ailments are cured without any use of medicines.

Contact Information

Rajasthan Swasthya Yog Parishad Trust, Yog Bhavan
Police Academy Road,
Shastri Nagar, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302016
0141 2301698

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Viapassana Centra - Dhamma Thali

Vipassana is one of  India’s most ancient meditation techniques. It was rediscovered 2500 years ago by Gautam Budha. Now two five centuries later, this heritage of  Vipassana is slowly disappearing from India.

What is Vipassana

Vipassana is a way of self-transformation through self-observation. It focuses on the deep interconnection between mind and body, which can be experienced directly by disciplined attention to the physical sensations that form the life of the body, and that continuously interconnect and condition the life of the mind. It is this observation-based, self-exploratory journey to the common root of mind and body that dissolves mental impurity, resulting in a balanced mind full of love and compassion.

The Vipassana Research Institute, lgatpuri (Maharashtra) conducts Vipassana courses in different parts of india. The Dhammathali at Jaipur is one of the few Vipassana Centers in the country. The Campus is situated  on a four acre pentagonal piece of land surrounded by the sylvan forest vally - Galta Ghati a part of Aravali mountain ranges. It has a cream colored meditation hall, and a seating capacity

About Meditation Courses In Institute

The complex has a distinctive Buddhist look, and there is a central meditation hall for one-hundred-and-fifty people as well as one-hundred-and-sixty cells. Meditation courses at the complex last ten days for beginners, and longer ones of twenty, thirty and forty-five days duration for the more experienced. There are also refresher courses for old students of one, three and ten days.

There are no charges for the courses - not even to cover the cost of food and accommodation. All expenses are met by donations from people who, having completed a course and experienced the benefits of Vipassana, wish to give others the opportunity to also benefit.

Contact Information

Vipassana Centre - Dhamma Thali
P.O. Box 208; (Sisodiarani Baug-Galtaji Road)
Jaipur, Rajasthan 302 001
India

Tel: [91](141) 268-0220
Fax: [91](141) 257-6283
Email: info@thali.dhamma.org
Website: www.thali.dhamma.org

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Disease is nothing more than an effort of Nature to restore health of the patient. No medicine cures disease instead they complicate the condition of patients. Nature is the best physician, return to nature and revitalize your body, mind and soul with Nature’s Secret.

Navneet Prakritik Yoga Chikitsa Dham, Jaipur

About Navneet Prakritik Yoga Chikitsa Dham

Just 22 kms. away from the  Jaipur - Agra highway at village Bassi, is prominent place for yoga and naturopathy in the state of Rajasthan. Dham means a holy place and this centre is being managed by a Non -Governmental Organization called Navneet Chikitsa Anusandhan Trust. It is based in Jaipur, on Ashrameeya Jeevan Paddati

Spread over an area of 69 bigha in complete wilderness, the Institute has raised a new hope for dispirited persons suffering from incurable diseases. It is interesting to know that persons who are admitted here are called “Sadhak” (promotive) and not a patient. The Sadhak are generally not allowed to go outside the campus alone.

In this Ashram more importance is given on Living according to the rule of Nature as proper mental attitude, proper Diet, Yoga , Pranayam ,proper exercise, labour and well regulated activities, proper rest and proper creative & curative use of the five Great elements Fire (Sun), Air, Sky (ether), Earth & Water of Nature. These five steps of creative life style help in preventing & curing disease and therefore aiding the development, protection & preservation of health.

Treatment of Diseases

Treatments for which the Dham is known are:  Kidney disorders, Skin diseases, Hyper thyrodism, Pyria, Eyes Disorders,  Obesity, Constipation, Ulcer, Gastritis, Hepatitis, Colitis, Jaundice and other Gastro - Intestinal Disorder, Anemia, Arthritis, Rhinitis, Sinusitis, Cough, Cold, Asthma, Insomnia,Paralysis, Diabetes, Low and High Blood pressure, Piles,  Edema, Pulmonary Cardio Vascular Disease, Eczema, Migraine, Psoriasis, Gynecological problems, Side effects of drugs, Primary stage of Cancer, Renal Failure, Muscular dystrophy, Drug Addiction, In High Cholesterol, High Uric Acid, Psychoneurosis, Psychosomatic disorder etc. treated without medicine through Yoga & Nature cure & therapeutic Vitalizing food.

There is a canteen which provides all types of required for natural treatment e.g. sprouted cereals, pulses, honey, seasonal fruits, juice, dalia etc. The specialty of this dham also lies in paring herbal tea called Sukhras, Prior ovation is necessary before coming here.

Contact Information

Navneet Prakritik Yoga Chikitsa Dham
Bassi , Distt. - Jaipur , Rajasthan, India
Phone :- 91-1429-222352, 223007
E-Mail :- support@navneetync.com

To get more information visit their website  -  http://navneetync.com/

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Man Practicing Yoga

Ancient wisdom passed down through generations has given us timeless practical philosophies for maintaining a healthy and peaceful life.

At present, Rajasthan has many health care systems which have a holistic approach towards treating health ailments. They provide welcome relief to people tired of medicines which provide symptomatic remedies.

“A healthy body in a healthy mind” is the doctrine followed by nature cure in Rajasthan. The Natural Law of healing prescribes solution which are derived completely from nature and are free from any harmful side- effects.

Ayurveda in Rajasthan

Ayurveda is a medical-metaphysical healing science. It helps a healthy person to maintain health and a diseased person to regain health. Siddha medicine which is made from herbs, minerals and animal projects is based on the belief that all diseases are caused by an imbalance in “humuors” (fluids) in the human body. Siddha has also developed a discipline called Kaya Kalpa for longevity and freedom from illness.

Homeopathy prescribes simple, balanced and easily adnistered medicines which are derived from nature. The unani system is practiced by hakims and vaids in rural as well as urban parts of the country.

A Men In One Of The Very Famous "Aasan's" - HeadStand

Yoga in Rajasthan

The Yoga in Rajasthan philosophy is another dimension of nature cure. Yoga has powers to claim the mind, relieve stress and tension and stimulate blood circulation and overall health. The Yoga postures and their variants work on all the body systems.

They are also helpful in toning the muscles and strengthening the internal organs. There are special postures recommended to offer relief from problems such as headaches and hypertension.

Network of Healthcare in Rajathan

Rajasthan, like other states of india , also has a vast network of traditional health care institutions. Not only in the government sector but also in the private sector, the practice of healing through naturopathy and alternate therapies is still practiced

Today a number of nature cure and yoga centers are spread all over Rajasthan . They not only offer a perfect system of health care and diagnostic methods but also facilities of steam bath , mud bath , rigorous dieting and physical exercise.

Patients comes for treatment to these centers from all over the country and even from as far as Britain, USA, Australia and Europe.

Come to Rajasthan and discover the inner strength within you, because the solution to all our problems lies within us and nature which surrounds us.

In the coming days, We will be writing blogs on many of the natural and health care centres in Rajasthan. So stay tuned to our blogs if you plan to come to Rajasthan and get come great health treatment through natural medication.

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The Rajasthan elections this time are crucial for the political fortunes of Vasundhara Raje. But before she begins the battle against the Congress, settling the internal rift over ticket distribution in the BJP has become an acid test of Raje’s political skills. After hours of deliberations over the weekend, the BJP finally announced its first list of candidates for the Assembly elections. The polls for the 200-seat state assembly are scheduled Dec 4.

However, despite the lengthy discussions, the BJP senior leaders could only finalize and announce the names of 95 candidates, 21 less than the Congress in their first list. The list includes Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje, who will contest from Jhalrapatan, the constituency from which she won in the last elections.

BJP Candidate for the Election

In its first list of candidates for the Rajasthan polls, the BJP has dropped the names of 12 sitting legislators and repeated 24 members. The rest of the candidates are new faces.

According to the list, the food and civil supplies minister Ghanshyam Tiwari is the candidate from Sanganer, education minister Kalicharan Saraf from Malviya Nagar and the mayor Ashok Parnami from Adarsh Nagar.

Two Cabinet ministers will also contest from different seats. While professor Sanwar Lal Jat will contest from Nasirabad as his present seat Bhinai is now reserved. Rajendra Singh Rathore has now shifted to Taranagar. Rathore, who was facing strong anti-incumbency in his present constituency of Churu, made his presence felt in Taranagar during the past six months.

The BJP has also kept its promise of more tickets for women. The list includes 15 women candidates. The list also includes three candidates from the minority communities. The BJP, which has dropped 12 sitting legislators and repeated 24 members, has fielded a number of new faces.

The party has gone ahead with Dr Digamber Singh from Deeg. The party has also allotted the Bandikui ticket to Salindra Joshi, former Congress minister who had recently joint the BJP.

According to party, the discussions for the remaining seats will continue on Monday, though the party is expected to announce the second list on November 13. Most of the remaining seats are sensitive and can lead to protests and hence, the party is postponing the announcement till the last moment.

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Bundi Palace, Rajasthan

‘Picturesque, enchanting and magnificent.’ These would be just some superlatives that compliment the lingering medieval flavour that Bundi in Hadoti region holds.

The entrancing land of Palaces, stunning stepwalls or baoris and miniature paintings seems frozen in time. Bundi, also claims a take on the foundations of an authentic school of miniature painting.

An of beat destination ruled by the Hada Chauhans, Bundi is a rich repository on Indian art, culture and heritage and is frequented by domestic as well as international tourist.

It has magnificient medieval forts and palaces, miniature paintings, temples with intricately carved out idols and chattris, fabulous stepwalls and a picturesque lake.

The Bundi Palace

The Bundi Palace is situated adjacent to the Taragarh fort. This outstanding palace, built during the 16th and 17th centuries is a classic Rajasthani architecture. Only part of the palace is open to the public.

The quarried stone Bundi Palace is known for it’s traditional murals. Just one look at the monument will soak you with the royal opulence and splendour, an innate part of the lifestyle of the royals. Intricately engraved brackets, pillers, balconies, sculpted elephants and the extraordinary craftsmanship will catch your attention here.

The palace is entered through the Hathi Pole (Elephant Gate) into a small courtyard. You then come to the Ratan Daulat, the Diwan-i-am (Hall of Public Audience), where there is a marble throne. The highlight of this palace is the beautiful murals that carry the spectators back into the time of Bundi royalty.

Chitrashala

The silent, secret garden, with it’s elegant formal layout still visible through the tangle of wild-roses and weeds is the most enchanting place at the Bundi Palace. Showcasing the Bundi genre of miniature art, the walls and the ceiling are festooned with pictures out of the Ragmala and Raaslila-the story of Radha-Krishna.

Then there are hunting and court scenes, festivals, processions, animal and bird life that spring back images of all that was a part of the artist’s acuity then. The vibrant blue, green and turquoise on white with touches of terracotta yellow lend an arresting view.

The Bundi style of painting famous for its Rang Yojna infuses life in every bit and corner of Chitrashala. If you are an art connoisseur you could visit Bundi just for a glimpse of the miniature artwork that holds inspiration to people from world over.

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Adhi Din Ka Jonpra , Ajmer, Rajasthan

Location and Architecture

At the foot of the Taragarh hill stands the relic of the past and interesting historical magnificent building Jamia (Jamia in Arabic Connotes a University). Al - Tamish popularly known as  Adhai- din - ka Jhonpra.

This is a masterpiece of Indo Islamic architecture located very close to the dargah. It was orginally a Sanskrit college, built within a temple. As Legend goes. 

This structure has this unique name because it took only two and a half days (Adhai Din) to complete its construction.

In 1193 A.D. when  Mohhamed Ghauri conquered Ajmer he turned the building into a mosque by adding a wall with seven arches, in front of the pillared hall in just two-and-a-half days (adhai-din) and hence the name. 

Whats Unique About Adhai - din - ka - Jhonpra

The mosque has extensive and massive stony structure replete with extermly fine and intricate workmanship on stone. Some believe that only the smaller marble arch in the mosque may have been constructed in 2-1/2 days but the whole massive structure, with its elaborate Arabic tracings and delicate engraving detail, is definitely seems to be a work of many years sustained labor.

Three pillars have been placed on one top of the other to give the impression of height of which no two pillars are alike. The pillared hall is 61 mtrs long and its 124 columns support the 10 shallow domes. An arcade of seven arches can be seen, which is finely engraved with Kufi and Jughra inscriptions from the holy Koran. The district pillars and arched screen with its ruined minarets make it a splendid architectural masterpiece.

Nevertheless you could yourself marvel at the stunning piece of architure , read the inscribed Koranic verses and amaze at how this poetry in stone could be accomplished in two and a half days.

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The Election Commission has announced 4th December, 2008 as the day for holding general assembly elections of Rajasthan. The term of the Legislative Assembly (LA) of Rajasthan is expiring on 14th January, 2009. As per Article 324 of the Constitution of India and Section 15 of Representation of the People Act, 1951, it is mandatory on the part of Election Commission to hold general elections to constitute the new Legislative Assembly of Rajasthan within a period of six months before the expiry of the present term.

The last Rajasthan assembly elections were held in 2003 where the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), led by Vasundhara Raje had claimed a comfortable victory.

Congress ‘generational shift’ in Rajasthan

In an apparent bid to bring about a ‘generational shift’ — a buzzword in the party since the induction of Rahul Gandhi as AICC general secretary 13 months ago — in its leadership, the Congress has denied tickets to several old leaders in the forthcoming Assembly elections in Rajasthan.

But true to the tradition in the grand old party, the baton of leadership has gone to the kin of those denied tickets — from former chief minister Jagannath Pahadia to his son Sanjay Pahadia in Weir Assembly constituency; from former state minister Ramnarayan Choudhury to his daughter Rita Kumari on Mandawa seat  from former state minister Tayyab Hussain to his daughter Zahida on Kaman seat, and from former minister Khet Singh Rathore to his nephew Umed Singh Rathore in Shergarh.

The list of Congress candidates for 116 seats, released by the Central Election Committee on Wednesday, also included a relative of President Pratibha Patil’s husband Devi Singh Shekhawat — Vijendra Singh for Udaipurwati Assembly constituency. All of them will debut in an Assembly election. Union Minister Sis Ram Ola’s son Brijendra Singh Ola, who had lost thrice in the Assembly elections, was given party ticket yet again for Jhunjhunu Assembly constituency.

Electoral Rolls in Rajasthan

General Elections in Rajasthan will be conducted on the basis of the electoral rolls revised with reference to 1st January, 08 as the qualifying date and prepared in accordance with constituencies newly delimited by the Delimitation Commission. In Rajasthan, the total number of electors is 3,62,19,481.

Presently, the EPIC coverage in Rajasthan is 84.63%. There are 42,212 polling stations in Rajasthan. Vote counting will take place on December 08, 2008.

We would keep you updated with the political trends in our state on this blog as we have kept you busy with the travel blogs everyday. These election capsules will be published as and when some happening news comes our way.

Click On  Rajasthan Government to know more about the present Government Initiatives and policies.

November 4th, 2008 | Tags: 2008 elections, assembly elections, bjp candidates rajasthan, congress candidates rajasthan, elections 2008, elections in india, elections in rajasthan, forthcoming indian elections, general elections india, india election news, india-elections, politics, Rajasthan Assembly Election 08, rajasthan elections, rajasthan politics, rajasthan state assembly elections, rajasthan tour, rajasthan travel | Category: about rajasthan, hotels | Leave a comment