In a joyous celebration following the ‘Pran Pratishtha’ ceremony of Shri Ram Lalla in Ayodhya, the revered Kamakhya Temple and Basistha Temple in Guwahati were adorned with the warm glow of one lakh earthen lamps during the ‘deepotsav’ festivity.
Devotees gathered at the Kamakhya Temple on Nilachal Hills dedicated to Maa Kamakhya since the early morning hours. The temple, centering around Kulachara Tantra Marga, is renowned for the Ambubachi Mela, an annual festival celebrating the menstruation of the goddess.
Similarly, the Basistha Temple, located in the south-east corner of Guwahati, witnessed the illumination of one lakh diyas. The temple, situated in the historic Basistha Ashram dating back to the Vedic age, was founded by the great saint Basistha (Vasishtha) according to legend.
Meanwhile, Ayodhya was aglow with ‘Ram Jyotis,’ creating a mesmerizing atmosphere symbolizing the divine presence of Lord Ram. The ‘Pran Pratishtha’ concluded earlier in the day, marked by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s participation, echoing with jubilant chants of ‘Jai Shree Ram.’
The grand diya lighting event at the famous Saryu Ghat in Ayodhya witnessed widespread participation across the country. PM Modi had earlier urged people to light diyas at home to commemorate the historic ‘Pran Pratishtha’ ceremony of the lord. The tradition harks back to the belief that upon Lord Ram’s return with Sita and Lakshman, the people of Ayodhya lit diyas to welcome them.
The Ram Temple, adorned with colourful lights, drew crowds eager to catch a glimpse of ‘Ram Lalla.’ The temple was opened to the public today and the celebrations are resonating across the nation, captivating attention from around the world.
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