JAMMU, Jan 22:
In a spectacle reminiscent of Diwali, Jammu witnessed unprecedented celebrations during the consecration ceremony (Pran Pratishtha) held at Ayodhya on Monday. The city, known as the City of Temples, was adorned with lights, diyas, and fervor, resembling a festive atmosphere akin to the Festival of Lights.
As dusk settled, rooftops and houses were illuminated with ‘Diyas,’ and the sky echoed with the sounds of firecrackers, echoing the spirit of Diwali. Temples, both large and small, hosted religious programs such as Ramayan recitation, Sunderkand Path, and various events depicting the life of Lord Rama.
Devotees across Jammu City and its outskirts organised Bhandaras to distribute Prasad, creating a festive aura that had never been witnessed before in Jammu. Every lane, chowk, and inner area of the city hosted Bhandaras, making the celebration truly citywide.
During the Mahurrat, the consecration ceremony, the traffic movement in Jammu slowed down as people glued themselves to TV screens to witness the live broadcast of the auspicious event.
Post-ceremony, religious processions (Shobha yatra/Jhankis) emanated from different temples in Jammu. Special prayers and celebrations took place at the historic Raghunath Temple and other Ram Temples across Jammu and Kashmir Union Territory.
The atmosphere was nothing short of a festive spectacle as various religious programs unfolded in almost every temple in the city and its outskirts. The flags (Dhwaj) of Lord Rama adorned nearly every house, contributing to the festive spirit of the City of Temples.
In addition, saffron-coloured pictures and flags of Lord Rama lined the roads, flyovers, and prominent places, providing a religious and festive backdrop to the grand celebration. Ramayan recitations, bhajan kirtans, Akhshat distribution, and other religious activities resonated across the temples, encapsulating the vibrant spirit of the occasion.
Jammu, on this momentous day, radiated with joy, faith, and a collective spirit that mirrored the grandeur of Diwali, marking a historic and joyous occasion for the City of Temples.
