On the occasion of the ‘Pran Pratishtha’ (consecration ceremony) of Lord Shri Ram in Ayodhya, Delhi also became immersed in the spirit of Ram. On this auspicious occasion, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) organized various events in Delhi, including Sundarkand recitation, ‘Bhandaras’ (feasts), ‘Shobha Yatras’ (processions), and Aarti (prayer). AAP’s National Convenor and Delhi’s CM Shri Arvind Kejriwal, participated in several programs in his Assembly constituency of New Delhi, offering prayers for the well-being, peace, prosperity, and development of the Delhiites. During this time, CM Shri Arvind Kejriwal also enshrined Ram Lalla’s idol at Albert Square on RK Ashram Marg. Along with the Cabinet ministers of the Kejriwal government, MLAs, and councillors also participated in various programs.
CM Shri Arvind Kejriwal extended his heartfelt congratulations to all citizens, including those in Delhi, on the consecration of Ram Lalla in Ayodhya. The AAP National Convenor mentioned participating in ‘Bhandaras’ organized in different parts of Delhi on the occasion of the Pran Pratishtha. The Delhi CM said that due to extensive VIP security in Ayodhya, they couldn’t visit, but they expressed devotion to Lord Shri Ram in their ways.
CM Shri Arvind Kejriwal first arrived at the Udayan Marg under the New Delhi Assembly constituency. Here, he participated in the ongoing program of ‘Ramayana’ recitation and kirtan. Afterwards, he took Prasad from the ‘Bhandara’ and reached Panchkuian Road near the R.K. Ashram Marg Metro Station. Here, CM Shri Arvind Kejriwal joined the Sundarkand recitation program organized by the ‘Pracheen Sannyas Ashram Shiv Hanuman Mandir Trust’ and accepted Prasad after listening to the Sundarkand recitation. Around noon, the CM arrived at Block C on Ashram Marg, where he inaugurated the installation of the idol of Ram Lalla and accepted the prasad from the Bhandara.
During this, AAP’s National Convenor and Delhi’s CM Shri Arvind Kejriwal stated, “Congratulations to all ‘Ram Bhakts’ and everyone, on the occasion of Ram Lalla’s Pran Pratishtha. I’m so glad that Ram Lalla’s idol has been consecrated. Last week, we conducted Sundarkand recitations at many places in Delhi. I recited Sundarkand along with my wife at a Rohin temple. From now onwards, we will organize Sundarakand recitals on the first Tuesday of every month.”
“Due to the high VVIP movement in today’s Pran Pratishtha ceremony, many of us couldn’t go there and we are worshipping ‘Ram Lalla’ in our own ways. The Delhi Government is organizing a grand Ramlila near ITO Chowk, in Pearey Lal Auditorium. Yesterday, I personally saw Ramlila’s rendition there. It’s been ongoing for the last three days,” CM Shri Arvind Kejriwal added.
CM Shri Arvind Kejriwal shared “The Delhi Government takes elderly people aged 60 and above on pilgrimage to various holy sites such as Shirdi Maharaj, Shri Dwarkadhish, Rameswaram, Jagannath Puri, Haridwar, Rishikesh, and Ayodhya Ji etc. Under this scheme, 12 such holy sites have been selected and each week a train departs on pilgrimage, taking nearly a thousand pilgrims. So far 86 such trains carrying more than 82,000 pilgrims have concluded their journey.”
The Delhi Chief Minister mentioned that every expense, be it travel in AC coaches of bus/train, AC accommodation, and food is borne by the Delhi Government. He said a young individual can accompany the elderly as their attendant, so if two parents are going on the journey then they can take two more young individuals with them. Sri Rameswaram and Jagannath Puri are very far from here in terms of distance, so it’s difficult to travel on one’s own. Under this scheme it’s convenient, he added.
Everyone is paying their obeisance to Lord Shri Ram in their own way: Saurabh Bharadwaj
Today, on the occasion of the Pran Pratishtha (consecration) of Lord Ram in Ayodhya, AAP’s senior leader and Delhi’s Cabinet Minister Shri Saurabh Bharadwaj participated in the Sundarkand recitation organized in L-Pocket of Sheikh Sarai Phase-2. In addition, he also participated in the procession in J-Pocket of Sheikh Sarai Phase-2, Sundarkand recitation and grand ‘Shobha Yatra’ in Shahpur Jat and Chirag Delhi village. During this he mentioned, “Today all ministers, MLAs, and councillors of the AAP are organizing programs in their respective areas on the occasion of the consecration of Lord Shri Ram, where everyone is paying their obeisance to Lord Shri Ram in their own way. This is a matter of great joy and celebration for everyone, and people are organizing programs at various places to commemorate the occasion of the consecration of Lord Shri Ram.”
Shri Saurabh Bharadwaj said that AAP’s National Convenor and Delhi’s CM Shri Arvind Kejriwal has already visited Ayodhya, and he desires to go to Ayodhya for the darshan of Lord Shri Ram with his parents and the entire family. As soon as the opportunity arises, CM Shri Arvind Kejriwal will visit Ayodhya with his entire family for the darshan of Lord Shri Ram. “We are among the biggest devotees of Lord Shri Ram. About 2.5 years ago, CM Shri Arvind Kejriwal outlined his 10-point agenda in the Delhi Legislative Assembly, expressing the desire for a system in the country under the vision of Tulsidas Ji’s ‘Ram Rajya’, where no one faces any hardship, and everyone can live with love and brotherhood,” he added.
Shri Bharadwaj said the Delhi government had previously sent the elderly people of Delhi for a pilgrimage to Ayodhya. So far, the Delhi government has taken about 82,000 elderly people of Delhi to various pilgrimage sites. “Since permission to send a train for pilgrimage to Ayodhya has not yet been granted due to security reasons, the Delhi government is waiting. As soon as permission is granted to send a train for Ayodhya darshan, the Delhi government will take the elderly people of Delhi under the ‘Mukyamantri Teerth Yatra Yojana’ for Ram Lalla’s darshan,” Shri Bharadwaj concluded.
Maryada Purushottam Shri Ram taught whole world right way to live: Atishi
On the occasion of the consecration ceremony of the grand Ram Mandir, AAP senior leader and Delhi Cabinet Minister Atishi organized a traditional ceremony of Havan and Puja for Lord Ram in the Kalkaji constituency.
On this occasion, AAP leader Ms. Atishi stated that today the grand consecration of Lord Rama’s temple is taking place, which is a significant day for all citizens of the country. “We hope that today, in Ayodhya, the consecration of Lord Rama happens not just outwardly but also within our hearts and souls,” she said.
Ms. Atishi said that Lord Rama was the epitome of virtue, teaching the world the right way to live. Today, it is essential for people to embrace those virtues in their lives. If we become successful in doing so, we will undoubtedly lead this country to the forefront globally, she added.
Ms Atishi said, “Lord Rama exists everywhere in this world, in the heart of every human being. Lord Rama doesn’t belong to just one person but resides in the hearts of all individuals. Every aspect of his life provides us with valuable lessons on how to live a better life. If we incorporate the ideals of Lord Rama into our personalities, our lives will become blessed.”
She mentioned that we can learn a lot from Lord Rama’s life, behaviour, love, and sacrifice. If we can apply those teachings in our lives, we can make a significant contribution to the progress of our society and nation, she added.
AAP MLAs organized havan, kirtan, Shobha Yatra, and Bhandaras
Meanwhile, AAP’s senior leader and MLA Shri Dilip Pandey organized a kirtan at his office in Mukherjee Nagar. The kirtan program started at nine in the morning. During this, he sang devotional songs and expressed devotion to Lord Shri Ram. MLA Mohinder Goel participated in the ‘shobha yatra’ organized in Rithala and distributed prasad during the bhandaras. In addition, MLA Durgesh Pathak organized a bhandara in Rajinder Nagar and distributed prasad to the people.
Whole country immersed in spirit of Lord Ram, and Delhiites are no exception, entire Delhi is absorbed in tune of Ram: Dilip Pandey
On this occasion, MLA Dilip Pandey said that the Indian psyche is connected to Lord Shri Ram just as life is connected to the thread of breath. Just as life’s imagination is not possible without breath, similarly, the imagination of Indian identity without ‘Maryada Purushottam Shri Ram’ is also impossible. “The entire country has become immersed in Lord Ram. Delhiites are not lagging in this. The entire Delhi is immersed in the tune of Ram. We, the people of Delhi, thank Delhi’s CM Shri Arvind Kejriwal for organizing an excellent Ramleela on January 20, 21, and 22 for the benefit of Delhiites with the aim of gaining spiritual benefits,” he said.
Shri Pandey said in addition, under CM Shri Arvind Kejriwal’s guidance, religious events are taking place at various places throughout Delhi. The feast program is taking place in 44-45 constituencies. Sundarkand, Hanuman Chalisa, Amritvani, and Prasad distribution are happening at several places. “Like the rest of the country, the people of Delhi are also committed to the occasion of the consecration of Lord Ram, and we all pray to Lord Shri Ram to keep his blessings on all Delhiites so that Delhi continues to progress on the path of development,” he said.
Conclusion of the three-day grand Ramleela with chants of ‘Jai Shri Ram’
On Monday, the three-day Ramleela organized by the Kejriwal government on the occasion of the Pran Pratishtha of Shri Ram Temple in Ayodhya also concluded with chants of ‘Jai Shri Ram’. During this successful event, Delhiites had the opportunity to get to know the life of Lord Shri Ram up close. The artists of the Shriram Bharatiya Kala Kendra presented a magnificent performance at the Pearey Lal Auditorium near ITO, captivating the ‘Ram Bhakts’ with their splendid presentation. The Delhi government had made this event free of charge, allowing anyone to watch the live enactment of Ramleela. Consequently, there was a large gathering of devotees during all three days of the event.
On Saturday, the three-day Ramleela was inaugurated by Delhi’s Minister of Art, Culture, and Languages, Shri Saurabh Bharadwaj. CM Shri Arvind Kejriwal also attended the Ramleela on Sunday. During this time, the entire Delhi Cabinet also sat with him to enjoy the Ramleela. On the last day, Monday, Minister Shri Saurabh Bharadwaj expressed gratitude to all Delhiites for the successful organization of this event.
