By Jerome Anthony
CNBC-TV18.com
Published April 17, 2024
Ram Navami celebrations gripped India on April 17 -- the first -- post the consecration of Ram Temple in Ayodhya.
Grand festivities were held in the temple town of Uttar Pradesh – the birthplace of Lord Ram.
The temple was decorated tastefully as millions of people awaited to see the Surya Tilak (reflection of the sun) on the forehead of the idol of Lord Ram.
Rituals at Ram Temple commenced at 3 am on April 17 and devotees were allowed to visit the temple from 5 am onwards.
At noon, the idol’s forehead was illuminated by the Surya Tilak.
PM Modi greeted people on the occasion and said that Ayodhya is in incomparable bliss. Lord Ram is deeply embedded in the hearts of Indians, he said.
The PM watched the ceremony at the Ram temple in Ayodhya online, following his Lok Sabha poll rally in Nalbari in Assam. "Ram Navami is a time to remember and respect those saints and devotees who dedicated their lives to the construction of the temple," Modi added.
Ram Navami is celebrated with great enthusiasm across India. Apart from performing special puja, devotees prepare elaborate festive meals on the occasion. Here are some dishes you can make at home to celebrate the festival.
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