Over 200 community members of Navsari gathered at the banks of the Lok Mata Purna river last week to observe the Avan Yazad Parabh with devotion and tradition. The annual ritual saw devotees offering coconuts, flowers and sugar, along with prayers seeking fertility and prosperity. A Jashan ceremony was performed, reflecting our community’s deep-rooted reverence […]
Navsari’s historic Parsiwada precinct came alive with art, memory and community pride as INTACH Navsari, supported by the Navsari Municipal Corporation, hosted a specially curated ‘PARSIWADA Heritage Walk’ with urban sketchers from Surat and neighbouring towns. The immersive initiative highlighted the deep cultural legacy of Parsis while encouraging heritage awareness through creative expression. The walk […]
Navsari witnessed a proud cultural moment with the launch of the Navsari Heritage Trail Map Brochure at the J.N. Tata Memorial Hall. The soft launch was carried out by Union Minister Shri C.R. Patil, followed by a spirited children’s mini cyclathon that added youthful energy to the event. The Trail Map, conceptualized and designed by […]
The ‘Ghee-Khichdi’ ritual of Navsari is a unique cultural tradition celebrated by the Parsi-Zoroastrian community. Rooted in gratitude for the refuge received in India over a millennium ago, this ritual symbolizes prosperity, community, and the continuation of heritage. Though only around 120 years old, it reflects the community’s deep historical consciousness and evolving identity. This […]