Gaura Purnima commemorates the auspicious appearance of Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, also known as the Golden Avatara, a significant festival for Gaudiya Vaishnavas second only to Janmashtami.

Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, embodying the serving mood of Srimati Radharani, manifested on the full moon day of the Phalguna month in the year 1486 AD in Sridham Mayapura, as the son of Sri Jagannath Mishra and Srimati Sachidevi. His purpose was to establish the Sankirtana Movement, the yuga dharma for the age of Kali.

Foretold in the scriptures, Lord Krishna's appearance as the Golden Avatara, Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, aimed to promote the congregational chanting of the Holy Name of the Lord.

At ISKCON Srinagar, more than 600 devotees gathered for a heartwarming celebration, introducing Chaitanya Mahaprabhu's teachings to the local community. Attendees immersed themselves in enchanting Gaur Katha stories and personally participated in the abhishekam of Gaur Nitai, the deities representing Chaitanya Mahaprabhu. The festivities included joyous kirtan, aromatic abhishek ceremonies, and the sharing of prasad, leaving a lasting impression on all involved.