Jodhpur: Video Of Young Girl Energetically Reciting 'Shiv Tandav Stotram' Goes Viral
As devotees prepare for pilgrimages to Mahakaleshwar in Ujjain or trek to seek blessings at Kedarnath in Uttarakhand, a video of a young Shiv bhakt has taken the internet by storm — capturing hearts with her spirited devotion.
The viral clip features a little girl, dressed in a school uniform, confidently and energetically reciting the ‘Shiva Tandav Stotram’ — a powerful Sanskrit hymn dedicated to Lord Shiva and often attributed to Ravana. Her recital, marked by stunning precision and flawless pronunciation, has impressed millions online.
The girl was soon identified by netizens as Hridaya Arvind Purohit.
Take a look at the viral video below
Shared on Instagram by a user named Sidharth Joshi, the video shows the child being held likely by her father or teacher to help her reach the microphone. Despite her young age, her voice rings out with clarity and confidence, captivating both the live audience and viewers across the internet.
The performance was reportedly recorded in Jodhpur during the Tiranga Yatra, an event held as part of the Ministry of Culture’s “Ek Desh, Ek Dhadkan” (One Nation, One Heartbeat) initiative.
Netizens react
Since being uploaded earlier this month, the video has gone viral, amassing over 3.2 million likes and 16,000 comments on Instagram. Netizens have praised the young girl’s recital and devotion. Many users admitted to getting goosebumps during her recitation, while others wrote heartfelt messages like “God bless her” in the comments.
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