As the much-anticipated ‘pran pratishtha’ or consecration ceremony of the grand Ram temple in Ayodhya approaches, Indians abroad are fervently celebrating. In Times Square, the Indian community in New York brightened the surroundings with sizable depictions of Lord Ram. Events across the United States, including Washington, DC, Los Angeles, and San Francisco, coincide with the ceremony in India. Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) and Hindus across the US erected over 40 billboards in 10 states, conveying messages about the ceremony at Ram Lalla’s birthplace.
To mark the inauguration of the Ram temple, the Hindu-American community organized car rallies and various events leading up to the grand occasion. Alok Kumar, international working president of VHP, expressed the significance of the day, reflecting on the challenges and sacrifices that led to the construction of the Ram Mandir.
In Mauritius, the Indian diaspora lit ‘diyas’ at temples and recited ‘Ramayan Path,’ aiming to create a luminous tapestry across the island nation. On January 22, the government of Mauritius declared a special two-hour break for Hindu public officers.
The United Kingdom witnessed vibrant celebrations, with temples preparing for the Ayodhya event. Slough Hindu Temple in the UK enthusiastically planned celebrations for the ‘pran pratishtha’ ceremony. The UK’s Indian diaspora organized a car rally in London, chanting ‘Jai Shri Ram’ slogans and playing songs in praise of Lord Rama.
Australia, amid growing excitement, organized events across hundreds of temples. In Sydney, Indian diaspora members celebrated with a car rally, attracting ‘Ram Bhakts’ and passersby. In Janakpurdham, Nepal, the maternal home of Goddess Sita, enthusiastic preparations and events are underway, echoing hymns of Lord Ram and Sita.
The global celebrations signify the shared reverence and joy among Indians worldwide as they anticipate the historic inauguration of the Ram temple in Ayodhya.
