PANJIM: The Department of Tourism held the ‘Enlightening Sri Ram Jyoti’ event, a remarkable celebration in honour of the historic occasion Sri Ram Temple consecration ceremony and ‘Pran Pratishtha’ at Sri Ram Temple, Ayodhya. The event took place at Porvorim on Monday evening.
The event was graced by Union Minister of State for Ports Shripad Naik, Tourism Minister Rohan Khaunte and Rajya Sabha MP Sadanand Shet Tanavade who were present on the occasion. Penha de Franca ZP Member Kavita Gupesh Naik, sarpanch Swapnil Chodankar and Socorro sarpanch Sonia Pednekar were also present.
The programme began with a devoted performance by over 150 students who chanted shlokas, Ram stotra’s, and performed an aarti similar to the Ganga aarti. A special Dindi performance thrilled the audience, resulting in a phenomenal cultural experience. Bhajan Sandhya followed, establishing a spiritual atmosphere that led to Sayam Prarthana, a group recitation of stotra’s. Classical dances based on the Ramayana theme highlighted the region’s cultural richness.
The celebrations continued with a Dindi performance by Shri Ram Gajar, the illumination of 1000 ‘Diyas’ by devotees, and the lighting of 150 Divajas by local women dressed in traditional attire. The spiritual atmosphere was further enhanced when notable dignitaries addressed the event.
Khaunte, expressed, “The Enlightening Sri Ram Jyoti” event exemplifies our rich cultural heritage and the bonds that unite us. The temple’s construction is more than just an engineering marvel, it is also a spiritual journey that has united millions of hearts. As we commemorate this momentous occasion, let us strengthen our dedication to the eternal principles that Lord Rama embodied: justice, compassion, and respect for all. Goa is proud to host such a significant event with great excitement.”
The celebration culminated with the mahaaarti followed by the distribution of prasad. A display of fireworks illuminated Goa, representing the excitement and celebration of this spectacular day.
Meanwhile, Sadguru Brahmeshanand Acharya Swamiji, the head of the Shree Datta Padmanabh Peeth Goa, the sole spiritual guru from Goa amidst thousands of religious leaders and devotees during the inauguration of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya expressed contentment and happiness.
Addressing reporters post-event, Swamiji conveyed his happiness at representing Goa at this historic ceremony, marking a significant moment in Indian history.
He highlighted the inauguration and consecration of Shree Rama idol as a symbol of India’s cultural magnificence, emphasising its role as a shared testament to faith and culture that reflects the nation’s rich historical heritage.
