On the auspicious occasion of Ram Navami, Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated that after a five-century wait, people now have the privilege to celebrate the festival in this manner. The statement came as Ayodhya prepares for its first Ram Navami celebration following the Pran Pratistha ceremony at the Ram temple.
Taking to X, PM Modi posted, “The first Ram Navami after the Pran Pratishtha in Ayodhya is a generational milestone, weaving together centuries of devotion with a new era of hope and progress. Innumerable people devoted their lives to this sacred cause.”
“May the blessings of Prabhu Shri Ram always remain upon us and guide our paths towards righteousness and peace, illuminating our lives with wisdom and courage,” the PM added.
The first Ram Navami after the Pran Pratishtha in Ayodhya is a generational milestone, weaving together centuries of devotion with a new era of hope and progress. This is a day crores of Indians waited for. Innumerable people devoted their lives to this sacred cause.
May the… pic.twitter.com/2aJMLn1hhI
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 17, 2024
The Prime Minister further reiterated that memories of the Ayodhya Pran Pratistha ceremony still resonate strongly with him.
राम भारत की आस्था है, राम भारत का आधार है… pic.twitter.com/iyZm0ponNm
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 17, 2024
#WATCH | Pooja performed at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh on the occasion of #RamNavami
Ram Navami is being celebrated for the first time in Ayodhya's Ram Temple after the Pran Pratishtha of Ram Lalla.
(Source: Temple Priest) pic.twitter.com/3sgeuIdXBB
— ANI (@ANI) April 17, 2024
Acharya Satyendra Das, Chief Priest of Ram Janmabhoomi temple, said “Chappan Bhog offered to Ram Lalla. Complete arrangements have been made. Today is Ram Navami’s fair. Devotees are offering prayers and everything is special today.”
#WATCH | Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh: On Ram Navami celebrations at Ram temple, Acharya Satyendra Das, chief priest of Ram Janmabhoomi temple, says, "…Chappan Bhog offered to Ram Lalla. Complete arrangements have been made. Today is Ram Navami's fair. Devotees are offering prayers… pic.twitter.com/UuUEPvotYb
— ANI UP/Uttarakhand (@ANINewsUP) April 17, 2024
#WATCH | Uttar Pradesh: Devotees throng Ram temple in Ayodhya, on the occasion of #RamNavami pic.twitter.com/H2n0sQi4AP
— ANI (@ANI) April 17, 2024
Meanwhile, a large number of devotees flooded Ayodhya’s Ram Temple, showcasing a vibrant manifestation of their faith and jubilation.
#WATCH | Uttar Pradesh: Devotees throng Ram temple in Ayodhya, on the occasion of #RamNavami pic.twitter.com/MTGzGvcbud
— ANI (@ANI) April 17, 2024
Before visiting the temple, devotees took a dip in the holy waters of the Saryu River in Ayodhya.
#WATCH | Uttar Pradesh: Devotees take holy dip in Saryu River as they arrive at Ram temple in Ayodhya, on the occasion of #RamNavami pic.twitter.com/ET582pvoT6
— ANI (@ANI) April 16, 2024
Regarding security arrangements, Praveen Kumar, IG, Ayodhya Range said that arrangements have been made for devotees.
#WATCH | UP: On security arrangements in Ayodhya on #RamNavami, Praveen Kumar, IG, Ayodhya Range says, " Arrangements have been done since earlier, we have divided the areas into two sectors…at 3:30 am, 'Darshan' have started at Ram temple…" pic.twitter.com/oH617ByA9D
— ANI (@ANI) April 17, 2024
As per reports, the celebration will be broadcasted on LED screens. There will also be live broadcasts on the trust’s social media accounts.
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