A towering 16-foot statue of Lord Hanuman has been installed at the Seeta Ram Radhey Shyam Mandir in Sparta, located on the Essequibo Coast of Guyana, becoming the tallest of its kind in the region.
The statue, known as a murti, was imported from India and donated by the Soklall family in loving memory of their late parents. It represents a symbol of unwavering faith, enduring friendship, and spiritual resilience for the local Hindu community.
The High Commission of India in Georgetown praised the installation, stating, “May Lord Bajrangabali bless us in our efforts to forge closer people-to-people ties between India and Guyana.”
The unveiling followed a three-day yajna (religious ceremony) that began on Friday and concluded on Sunday with a large gathering of devotees. The celebrations featured devotional discourses, bhajans, and cultural performances, showcasing the vibrant Indo-Guyanese heritage.
This event follows a growing pattern of spiritual and cultural diplomacy between the two countries. During his historic visit to Guyana last November, Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in a Ram Bhajan at Promenade Garden in Georgetown, reflecting on the deep-rooted cultural connections between India and Guyana.
PM Modi addressed the Indian diaspora at the National Centre, calling them “Rashtradoots” – ambassadors of India’s culture and values. He encouraged the Indo-Guyanese community to further strengthen bilateral relations by embracing their cultural legacy and acting as bridges between the two nations.
The installation of Lord Hanuman’s statue in Sparta not only honors the region’s spiritual traditions but also serves as a testament to the enduring bonds of faith, culture, and shared history that unite India and Guyana.
