Howrah, West Bengal: Ram Navami Celebrations in Full Swing
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Synopsis
Howrah, West Bengal is buzzing with preparations for Ram Navami, celebrated on April 6. The city is adorned with saffron decorations, and local vendors are selling religious flags. Enhanced security measures are in place to ensure a safe celebration.
Key Takeaways
- Howrah is bustling with Ram Navami preparations.
- Vibrant saffron decorations fill the city.
- Increased sales of religious flags among vendors.
- Enhanced security with police and drone surveillance.
- Ram Navami holds great religious significance.
Kolkata, April 4 (NationPress) The preparations for Ram Navami are actively underway in Howrah, West Bengal. The city is vibrantly decorated with saffron flags, banners, and posters, creating an exciting festive ambiance.
Numerous spots in Howrah are bustling with enthusiasm as they gear up for the grand processions set to take place on April 6. The local markets have also embraced the festive spirit with decorations showcasing a prominent saffron hue.
Merchants, both small and large, are busy selling religious flags depicting Lord Ram and Lord Hanuman, responding to the heightened demand.
In a conversation with IANS, Ram Chandra, a local shopkeeper, mentioned, “The flag sales are soaring for Ram Navami. We are offering flags of Bajrang Bali, Ram Darbaar, and Hanuman. Our sales are thriving.”
To ensure a safe and smooth celebration, the Howrah City Police has ramped up security measures. Increased police patrols are evident throughout various neighborhoods, and surveillance efforts are bolstered by CCTV cameras.
Moreover, drone surveillance has been initiated in several areas of the city to monitor the festivities, showcasing the police's readiness for the Ram Navami Shobha Yatra.
This year, Ram Navami, celebrated on April 6, is of great religious importance.
As per the Hindu calendar, Lord Ram was born on Navami Tithi during Shukla Paksha in the month of Chaitra.
This sacred day commemorates the divine birth of Lord Ram and is observed with great devotion throughout India and by Hindu communities globally.
Lord Ram was born during 'Madhyahna', which is the mid-day period in the Panchang (Hindu calendar and almanac), lasting about 2 hours and 24 minutes.
This specific timeframe is regarded as the most auspicious for conducting Ram Navami puja rituals.
The midpoint of Madhyahna holds particular significance as it represents the precise moment of Lord Ram’s birth. Devotees participate in chanting, prayers, and rituals to honor the divine incarnation of Lord Vishnu.
Ram Navami is a profoundly spiritual occasion signifying the victory of righteousness over evil.
Through worship, fasting, or temple visits, the festival serves as a reminder of Lord Ram’s teachings and values.
As April 6 draws near, devotees worldwide are enthusiastically preparing to celebrate this divine event with deep devotion, seeking Lord Ram’s blessings for a prosperous and virtuous life.
