Digital billboard displaying proposed model of Ram Temple in Times Square, New York (ANI)
New Delhi:
As anticipation builds for the Ram Lalla Pran Pratishtha ceremony to be held at Ayodhya's Ram Temple on January 22, the excitement has transcended borders, with nearly a dozen events taking place across the country to celebrate this historic occasion. It is planned.
Sharing his insights on the widespread enthusiasm, Mukesh Agi, Chairman and CEO of the US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF), said, “Pran Pratishtha rituals at Ram temples across the country There are about 12 events to celebrate (the opening of the temple) all the way from New York's Times Square, to Boston, to Washington DC, to LA and San Francisco, and there are basically events lined up. It will happen at the same time. There will be a ceremony in India.”
Agi emphasized that the Ram Temple event has a cultural, emotional and religious connection with the Indian American community and reflects the momentum that extends beyond geographical boundaries.
“But this shows that the culture of the five million Indian Americans who immigrated to the United States is with them, connected emotionally, economically, and religiously. But it shows its momentum. So I think there will be a lot of celebration on January 22,” he added.
In a show of global significance, the Mauritian government announced on January 22 that Hindu civil servants would be given two hours of special leave. The measure is aimed at allowing Hindu civil servants to participate in local functions commemorating Shri Ram Lala's 'Pran Pratishtha' in Ayodhya.
The Mauritian Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Pravind Kumar Jugnauth, issued an official statement on Friday: “The Cabinet has agreed to grant a one-time special leave of two hours on Monday, January 22, 2024.” In connection with the inauguration of the Ayodhya Ram Mandir in India, 1,400 hours of service will be given to Hindu civil servants on condition of urgent duty, which will mark the return of Lord Ram in Ayodhya. This is an event that should happen. ”
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the installation ceremony of Lord Ram Lalla idol on January 22.
The seven-day ceremony starting January 16 will include Vedic rituals for the Puran Pratishta ceremony at Ram Rala in Ayodhya.
Meanwhile, Taranjit Singh Sandhu, India's special envoy to the US, emphasized the importance of the Ramayana epic at an event at the US Capitol on Wednesday.
He pointed out that the epic acts as a bridge across geography and provides valuable insights into human relationships, governance, spirituality, duty, justice, sacrifice, loyalty and the eternal struggle between good and evil. did.
Amid heightened excitement and anticipation for the ceremony, America's Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) held a spectacular Tesla musical light show featuring more than 150 cars in Maryland on Saturday evening (local time). I planned it.
A Tesla light show set to the tune of 'Jai Shri Ram' showcased the creativity and enthusiasm of the Hindu community as they celebrated the opening of Ram Mandir in Ayodhya.
More than 40 billboards featuring Lord Ram and Ram temples have been erected in more than 10 states of the United States.
The VHP US branch collaborated with Hindus from various regions to spread the message about the grand 'Pran Pratishta' ceremony held at Shri Ram Lala's birthplace in Ayodhya on January 22nd. .
As the countdown to the inauguration of the grand Ram Temple in Ayodhya continues, these global celebrations highlight the universal resonance of this historic event.
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