With heavy hearts, we bid adieu to Yamuna-Ganga today as we conclude reading the superbly penned travelogue 'Jamna Ganga Ke Naihar Mein' by Shri Vishnu Prabhakar. The verdant land of origin of these mighty rivers, the native people, the co-travellers, the temples, the swamis and Gurus, the happy-sad-crazy adventures kept us hooked for 25 episodes this season. Do not miss the concluding chapter..

As we near the conclusion of this wonderful sojourn, in the 23rd chapter which is the penultimate of 'Jamna Ganga ke Naihar Mein' written by Shri Vishnu Prabhakar, multitude of trivia enriches our hearts and minds- be it towering personalities or everyday encounters or the land itself. Do listen..

As we transcend down from the pristine and majestic Gangotri region towards Uttarkashi with Shri Vishnu Prabhakar as we read the 22nd chapter of 'Jamna Ganga ke Naihar Mein', we have so many touching and thought provoking encounters with fellow travellers. As always, the alliterations, the profound observations make the reading so rich. Do tune in...

And how can we reach Gangotri and not meet fascinating "Sadhus" and learned men ! 21st chapter of 'Jamna Ganga Ke Naihar Mein' written by Shri. Vishnu Prabhakar is all about such intriguing encounters. Wish we were flies on the wall during the discussions described in this episode . Do tune in ...

In the 20th chapter of 'Jamna Ganga Ke Naihar Mein' written by Shri Vishnu Prabhakarji, we negotiate perilous twists and turns in treacherous hilly terrain as we climb down from Gomukh. But at the same time also feast our senses on the rich Himalayan Flora and enjoy simple hospitality of learned sages. Do join us in this wonderful experience..

And we say goodbye to the divine Gaumukh as we trudge back to Chirbasa battling snowfall while Swami Sunderanandji regales us with tales of his adventures in the Himalayas. In the 19th Chapter of 'Jamna Ganga ke Naihar mein' written by Shri Vishnu Prabhakar, we witness the might of mother nature, have fascinating encounters with wise sages and feel grateful for being part of this wonderful pilgrimage. Do tune in..

So grateful for this spiritual encounter with Gomukh and Gangotri as we finally reach the majestic glacier in the 18th chapter of 'Jamna Ganga ke Naihar Mein with Shri Vishnu Prabhakarji. The enchanting description of Gangotri- the sparkling chandeliers of icy deposits, the snow-capped peaks standing like sentinels, guarding purity's altar, alpine meadows blooming with wildflowers and finally, Gangotri cradling Gomukh, from where Bhagirathi descends to give salvation, to become one with the ocean, blessing this land of ours as she traverses down. Words are not adequate to describe the feelings which reading this chapter brings out- raw and sublime. Do not miss listening to it...

A surreal dark and cold night spent in the bosom of Gangotri Himalayas is described by the author Shri Vishnu Prabhakar in the 17th chapter of 'Jamna Ganga Ke Naihar Mein'. Once again, the alliterations, the observations and the language itself together form a beautiful whole. Do not miss the music of this dark night spent by the pilgrims shivering in Chirbasa. Do tune in...

From Gangotri , a few brave team members have embarked upon a challenging Trek to Gokmukh. They are accompanied by the amazing Swami Sunderanandji ! Shri. Vishnu Prabhakar ji has tried to match the majesty of nature with his beautiful penmanship. A Journey like no other . Do tune in ...

We read the 15th Chapter of 'Jamna Ganga Ke Naihar Mein' written by Shri Vishnu Prabhakar today, where he meets Brahmachari Sunderanand- who went on to become one of the greatest 'warriors' fighting to save Gangotri and Ganga, who spent most of his life in the pristine but harsh climes of Gangotri, who scaled more than two dozen mighty Himalayan peaks, who captured the beauty of that region in more than a lakh photographs, who made it his mission to educate the world about the perils the ecosystem was going through- call him 'The Sadhu who clicks', The Clicking Swami' or any other name, it is indeed a coincidence that we get to know him through Prabhakarji's writing today and watch his prophesy come true. Do tune in...

And our pilgrimage of sorts, which pays homage to Hindi language, to the majestic Himalayas and its priceless forests and forest-dwellers comes to fruition today as we reach Gangotri, from where the mighty Ganga emerges in the 14th chapter of 'Jamna Ganga ke naihar mein' penned by Shri Vishnu Prabhakarji. The chapter is as diverse in its myriad subplots as India- regaling us with beautiful description of these pristine Himalayan hills, the intriguing and at times perplexing fellow travellers, the mythology, the geology and so much more. Do tune in and enjoy..

In the 13th chapter of 'Jamna Ganga ke Naihar Mein', Shri Vishnu Prabhakar has created enchanting visuals of (now very popular trekking base) Harsil, liberally stirred in mythical tales and interesting anecdotes in the mix. The language, the alliteration, the adventure itself, together make a wonderful listen. Do not miss it...

We walk along with Shri Vishnu Prabhakar Ji, enchanted by the tall Deodars, velvety meadows, silvery waterfalls, and absolutely enamoured with our encounters with fellow pilgrims, mendicants, and local folk. As we read the 12th chapter of "Jamna Ganga ke Naihar Mein," do tune in...

As we move higher and further away from the lower reaches and closer to Gangotri, the penmanship of Shri Vishnu Prabhakar becomes equally evocative and lyrical and philosophical. The 11th chapter of "Jamna Ganga Ke Naihar Mein" is an absolute winner- be it the description of the stunning vistas, or the metaphors, or the interactions. We simply loved reading this part. Do tune in...

In the 10th chapter of "Jamna Ganga ke Naihar Mein'", Shri Vishnu Prabhakarji regales us with a vivid description of Uttar kashi replete with mythical tales, it's rich history and so much more, in addition to his observations and takes on the local milieu and culture. Not to be missed this one. Do tune in...

And today we embark on the quest for Ganga Maiyya's birthplace as we begin the 9th chapter of ' Jamna Ganga ke Naihar Mein' written by the celebrated writer Shri Vishnu Prabhakar Ji. The trek through breathtakingly beautiful vistas of the higher Himalayan reaches, the almost poetic description, interesting encounters- all make the journey truly Divine. So tune in..

And the pilgrims are on their way to Gangotri as we read the 8th chapter of 'Jamna Ganga ke Naihar mein' written by Shri Vishnu Prabhakar ji. Once again, the very relatable and heart warming encounters with the locals, the co-travellers, and with the glorious but challenging terrain - all put together and enhanced with beautiful usage of phrases and language, peppered with the wisdom and very honest views by the writer, make the reading journey truly fascinating and enriching. Do tune in...

We reach a major milestone today in Shri Vishnu Prabhakar ji's 'Jamna Ganga ke Naihar Mein' and our 'Manasik yatra' of Yamunotri today as we reach Yamunotri Dham. The beautiful description of the vistas, the exquisite language and lyrical description of Yamuna in her birthplace, the regaling mythical lore- everything in Chapter 7 is sure to enthrall one. Do tune in...

And we continue our arduous but uplifting sojourn to Yamuna's birthplace as we enjoy reading the 6th chapter of 'Jamna Ganga ke Naihar Mein' written by Shri Vishnu Prabhakar Ji. Do join us in our journey through beautiful villages and simple folk of the Himalayas...

Let us join Shri Vishnu Prabhakar ji today as he walks with friends to Hanuman Chatti in the Chapter 5 of the wonderful travelogue 'Jamna Ganga ke Naihar Mein' and be enchanted by the majestic Himalayas- the myriad waterfalls, the verdant Cedars, the simple folk, the perilous path, the resolute co-travellers seeking a glimpse of Divinity.. Do tune in