A Vibrant Celebration in Vizag for the Consecration of Ram Idol
Visakhapatnam joined in the national merriment with a splash of saffron adorning its temples, as the city celebrated the historic consecration of the Ram idol in Ayodhya. Monday brought a wave of devotion and joy to the coastal metropolis as special pujas and a host of cultural programs were orchestrated in commemoration of this momentous occasion.
Vizag Devotees Embrace Ayodhya Ram Mandir Inauguration with Pomp and Devotion
In reflections of profound reverence, worshipers throughout Visakhapatnam engaged in elaborate ceremonies and performances to honour the sacred inauguration of the Ayodhya Ram Mandir—an event set in motion by the laying of the foundation stone by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the year 2020.
Echoes of Devotion: The City Reverberates with Celebrations
Among the fervent displays of devotion, the city was alive with the echoes of ‘Jai Sriram.’ Children draped in the divine guises of Rama, Sita, Lakshmana, and Hanuman were seen partaking in ‘prasadam,’ enhancing the festive atmosphere in the city.
Community Engagement and Cultural Vitality
The celebrations reached every corner of Visakhapatnam as enthusiasts chanted sacred choruses, partook in temple festivities, and indulged in traditional sweets and savouries. ‘Panakam,’ a cherished traditional drink, and ‘Annasantharpana,’ the generous act of offering food, became integral parts of the day’s events at several temples scattered across the urban landscape.
Illuminating the Evening with ‘Sahasranama Dipalankarana’
The day’s exuberance extended into the evening with ‘Sahasranama Dipalankarana,’ where devotees lit lamps symbolizing a thousand names of Lord Rama, casting a celestial glow on the sacred precincts. Furthermore, devotees fortunate enough to possess ‘Akshintalu’—sacred yellow rice received from Ayodhya Mandir—distributed them among the local populace, infusing a sense of participation in the distant celebrations.
Vizag netizens embrace the inauguration of Ayodhya’s sacred Ram Mandir by creating an atmosphere of spirituality and communal harmony. These offerings and rituals culminated in a city-wide tangible connection, as the people of Visakhapatnam celebrate the consecration of the Ram idol in Ayodhya with heartfelt piety and grandeur.