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Former Babri Masigant Gifts Ram Lalla Pictures on Ram Navami in Ayodhya

Former Babri Masjid litigant Iqbal Ansari distributed pictures of Lord Ram Lalla as gifts to security personnel and devotees in Ayodhya on Ram Navami. He described the act as distributing "prasad" and an expression of his devotion and happiness. Ansari highlighted the significance of Ayodhya and the unique Surya Tilak ritual at the Ram Temple. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also witnessed the sacred Surya Tilak ceremony on this occasion.

Key Points: Ex-Babri Litigant Gifts Ram Lalla Pictures on Ram Navami

  • Ansari gifts Ram Lalla pictures
  • Calls it Ayodhya's faith & prasad
  • Highlights Surya Tilak ritual
  • PM Modi witnessed ceremony
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Former Babri Masjid litigant gifts Lord Ram Lalla's picture to security staff, devotees

Iqbal Ansari distributes Lord Ram's picture as 'prasad' to security and devotees in Ayodhya, highlighting harmony on Ram Navami.

"This is Ayodhya's faith. This is the prasad. I distribute it among everyone... - Iqbal Ansari"

Ayodhya, March 27

On the occasion of the Ram Navami festival, former Babri Masjid litigant Iqbal Ansari on Friday presented Lord Ram Lalla's picture as gifts to security staff and other devotees.

Ram Navami, which marks the birth of Lord Ram -- the seventh avatar of Vishnu -- is celebrated during the nine-day Chaitra Navratri and is seen as a time to reflect on values such as truth, compassion, and righteousness.

"This is Ayodhya's faith. This is the prasad. I distribute it among everyone, including the security staff and all those people who come here. This is my happiness that I could give it to people. It is my devotion (to God)," Ansari told IANS.

"Today is Ram Navami. It is a historic day. It is because of people's faith in Lord Ram that they come to Ayodhya and take this (Lord Ram Lalla's picture) in the form of 'prasad'."

Ansari also highlighted the significance of the holy city.

"Ayodhya is a religious place. It is the city of Lord Ram, a city of gods and goddesses. A place like Ayodhya doesn't exist anywhere in the world because the Lord himself resides in Ayodhya," he said.

Ansari further emphasised the 'Surya Tilak' ritual at the Ram Temple that took place on Ram Navami.

The ritual, known as Surya Abhishek or Surya Tilak, began in 2024 and has taken place every year on the occasion of Ram Navami. It involved the sunrays directly touching the forehead of the deity. This symbolic gesture created a divine atmosphere within the temple premises on the birthday of Lord Ram.

Ansari said: "This is a matter of immense happiness for everyone in the country. All the devotees who have come here from outside are happy that on this day they will be able to perform 'darshan' of the Lord."

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday witnessed the sacred 'Surya Tilak' ceremony of Ram Lalla on the occasion of Ram Navami, observing the event on screen and offering prayers to Lord Ram for the well-being of the nation.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Heartwarming to see such unity. Jai Shri Ram! The Surya Tilak ceremony was magnificent. It's moments like these that make me proud of our culture and traditions. The PM attending virtually also shows the importance of this day for the nation.
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Aman W
While the gesture is positive, I hope it reflects a genuine and lasting change in the social fabric of Ayodhya and beyond. True devotion is shown through consistent actions of harmony, not just symbolic gifts on festivals. The real test is everyday coexistence.
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Sarah B
As someone visiting India, I find this story incredibly moving. It speaks to the power of forgiveness and shared celebration. The description of the Surya Tilak ritual sounds so spiritually profound. Wishing everyone a happy Ram Navami!
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Karthik V
This is the real India we love to see. Moving forward together. Ayodhya's transformation into a global spiritual capital is happening, and such acts of goodwill are its foundation. Bhagwan Ram's message was always about 'maryada' and justice for all.
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Nisha Z
A small step, but a significant one. Distributing prasad is a pure act of seva. May this spirit of Ram Rajya, where everyone is respected, prevail. The focus should remain on Lord Ram's teachings of compassion and truth, as mentioned in the article.

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