PM Modi watches the Surya Tilak ritual on a tablet.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during an election rally in Assam, orchestrated a remarkable moment by inviting participants to join in the ‘Surya Tilak’ ritual, symbolizing the radiant blessings of Lord Ram. This auspicious ceremony took place at the newly consecrated Ram Temple in Ayodhya, coinciding with the revered occasion of Ram Navami.
Inaugural Ram Navami Celebration since Ram Lalla’s Enthronement
This year’s Ram Navami holds profound significance as it marks the first celebration since the Pran Pratistha of the Ram Lalla idol at the grand temple in Ayodhya, an event inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi earlier in January. Speaking passionately at the rally in Nalbari district, the Prime Minister emphasized the historic culmination of a 500-year wait, with Lord Ram finally enshrined in his majestic abode.
Digital Obeisance to Lord Ram: The ‘Surya Tilak’ Moment
In a moment of unity and reverence, Prime Minister Modi urged rally attendees to illuminate their mobile phone torches, symbolizing the divine ‘Surya Tilak’ bestowed upon the Ram Lalla idol in Ayodhya. “Even through our mobile phones, we pay homage to Lord Ram, marking this sacred occasion with the rays of our devices,” he articulated, fostering a collective spirit of devotion.
Chants of Devotion and Unity
Amidst the glow of mobile torchlights, the atmosphere resonated with chants of “Jai Shree Ram,” “Jai Jai Shree Ram,” “Ram Lakshman Janaki,” and “Jai Bolo Hanuman ki,” echoing the fervent devotion of the gathered crowd. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and Minister Atul Bora joined in, waving their phones in unison with the chants.
#WATCH | Assam: 'Jai Shri Ram' slogan being raised by PM Narendra Modi and people present at the rally as PM speaks about the 'Surya Tilak' ritual of Ram Lalla being performed in Ayodhya.
PM Narendra Modi says, "…There is a new atmosphere in the entire country and this… pic.twitter.com/1UoBR1bSwD
— ANI (@ANI) April 17, 2024
PM Modi’s Witness to Spiritual Splendor
Following the rally, Prime Minister Modi shared glimpses of the ‘Surya Tilak’ event on social media, capturing the essence of divine radiance. Expressing his privilege in witnessing this sacred moment, he tweeted, “This ‘Surya Tilak’ will illuminate every aspiration of a developed India with its divine energy.”
Global Devotees Engage Virtually in Spiritual Festivity
Ahead of the event, the Prime Minister extended an invitation to devotees of Lord Ram worldwide, urging them to partake in the spiritual fervor projected on massive LED screens across Ayodhya. This inclusive gesture highlighted the significance of collective devotion and shared spirituality transcending physical boundaries.
नलबाड़ी की सभा के बाद मुझे अयोध्या में रामलला के सूर्य तिलक के अद्भुत और अप्रतिम क्षण को देखने का सौभाग्य मिला। श्रीराम जन्मभूमि का ये बहुप्रतीक्षित क्षण हर किसी के लिए परमानंद का क्षण है। ये सूर्य तिलक, विकसित भारत के हर संकल्प को अपनी दिव्य ऊर्जा से इसी तरह प्रकाशित करेगा। pic.twitter.com/QS3OZ2Bag6
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 17, 2024
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership in commemorating the ‘Surya Tilak’ ceremony at the Assam election rally exemplifies the harmonious convergence of tradition, technology, and collective reverence, resonating with the spirit of unity and devotion.
