H.H.Vishwaguru Paramhans Sri Swami Maheshwaranandaji's fourth pilgrimage to the source of the holy Alakhnanda River and Sri Alakhpuriji's gufa (cave) began in Rishikesh on the banks of the holy river Ganga, with a visit to Parmarth Niketan Ashram and H.H. Pujya Swami Chidanand Saraswatiji, president and spiritual head of the ashram.

The beautiful Ganga Aarati (prayer ceremony) was the peak of the meeting of these two great souls, who enjoyed the opportunity to exchange their thoughts and plans.

After Rishikesh, Vishwaguruji continues his pilgrimage with the group of bhaktas towards the holy river Alakhnanda and Sri Alakhpuriji's gufa.