The event is based on the Shrimad Bhagwat Mahapuran, especially its 10th Skandha (Canto), which narrates the life of Lord Krishna.
The Purana contains 12 Cantos, 335 chapters, and over 18,000 verses.
Spiritual upliftment of individuals and society
Devotion (Bhakti) to Lord Vishnu/Krishna
Moksha (liberation) from the cycle of birth and death
Spreading moral and ethical values through stories
Creation of the universe
Incarnations of Vishnu
Life and teachings of Krishna
Stories of Dhruva, Prahlada, Rukmini, Gopis, etc.
Importance of devotion and detachment
Selection of Venue: A clean, spiritually conducive place (home, temple, pandal, etc.)
Invite a Qualified Kathavachak: A spiritual narrator/scholar who is well-versed in the scripture.
Set a Date & Duration: Typically spans 7 days (Saptaah), but can vary (3, 5, 9, or 11 days).
Sankalp (Spiritual Intention): The host/family takes a vow to conduct the katha with devotion.
Kalash Sthapana: Setting up a sacred water pot representing divine presence.
Ganesh Puja: Invocation of Lord Ganesha for removal of obstacles.
Guru Vandana: Homage to the guru or spiritual master.
Vyas Pujan: Worship of Bhagwan Veda Vyasa, the compiler of the Bhagwat.
Bhagwat Granth Puja: Respectful invocation of the scripture.
Each day covers specific Skandhas (Cantos) or stories, for example:
Day 1: Introduction, birth of sages, Dhruva, Prahlada
Day 2: Varaha and Narasimha avatars, Vamana, etc.
Day 3: Rishabhdev, Kapil, etc.
Day 4: Krishna's birth and childhood leelas
Day 5: Govardhan leela, Rasa leela
Day 6: Uddhav Gopi dialogue, Rukmini vivah
Day 7: Krishna's departure, Kali Yuga introduction, Moksha path
Bhajans, Kirtans, and Aartis are sung daily, usually between katha sections.
Many kathavachaks use harmonium, tabla, dholak, and manjira for musical support.
Attendees often participate in seva, bhog preparation, and decorating the venue.
Prasadam (blessed food) is distributed daily.
Purnahuti of Yagya if done with Havan
Aarti and Blessings
Bhagwat Yatra or Kalash Yatra (optional) – processional celebration with the scripture
Purifies the home and environment
Promotes unity, peace, and devotion
Brings spiritual knowledge and emotional healing
Considered a path to Moksha (liberation)
