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The Indian Embassy in the US participated in vibrant Dussehra celebrations at the ISKCON Temple in Maryland. Deputy Chief of Mission Amb. Namya C. Khampa conveyed greetings and praised ISKCON's role in promoting spirituality. The event saw participation from Maryland Lt. Gov. Aruna Miller and other state government dignitaries. Meanwhile, President Droupadi Murmu highlighted the festival's message of truth, justice, and harmony in her national greetings.

Key Points: Indian Embassy Joins Vibrant Dussehra at ISKCON Temple Maryland

  • Deputy Chief of Mission Amb. Namya C. Khampa conveyed festival greetings to attendees
  • Event featured participation from Lt. Gov. Aruna Miller and Maryland officials
  • Embassy praised ISKCON's promotion of spirituality and interfaith harmony
  • President Murmu highlighted Vijayadashami's message of truth and justice nationwide
  • Dussehra celebrations symbolize triumph of good over evil traditions
  • Festival marks culmination of Navratri and start of Diwali preparations
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Indian Embassy in US joins 'vibrant' Dussehra celebrations at ISKCON Temple

Indian Embassy officials celebrate Dussehra at ISKCON Temple, praising the organization's role in promoting spirituality and interfaith harmony with Maryland dignitaries.

"The Embassy joined the vibrant Dussehra celebrations at the ISKCON Temple, MD - Indian Embassy in US"

Maryland, October 5

The Indian Embassy in the USA joined the "vibrant" celebration of Dussehra at the ISKCON Temple in Maryland, and lauded the role played by ISKCON in promoting spirituality and interfaith harmony.

The details were shared by the Embassy of India in US on Sunday (local time) in a post on X.

"The Embassy joined the vibrant Dussehra celebrations at the ISKCON Temple, MD. Deputy Chief of Mission Amb. Namya C. Khampa, conveyed greetings on the festival and lauded ISKCON's role in promoting spirituality and interfaith harmony," the embassy wrote on X.

The event saw participation from Lt. Gov. Aruna Miller, and many other Maryland State Government dignitaries and Minister Economic and Minister (CA&P), EoI, the post added.

https://x.com/IndianEmbassyUS/status/1974666095459000670

Earlier, President Droupadi Murmu, in her greetings to the nation on the eve of Vijayadashami, highlighted the festival's message of truth, justice, and harmony.

In her message, the President said, "On the auspicious occasion of Vijayadashami, I extend my warm greetings and best wishes to all fellow citizens."

"The festival of Vijayadashami, symbolising the victory of Dharma over Adharma, inspires us to follow the path of truth and justice. Celebrated in various parts of the country as Ravana Dahan and Durga Puja, this festival reflects our national values. This festival also teaches us to renounce negative tendencies like anger and ego, and embrace positive ones like courage and determination. May this festival inspire us to build a society and country where all people move ahead together, inspired by the ideas of justice, equality and harmony," President Murmu said earlier.

The 'Vijyayadashmi' or 'Dussehra' festival is celebrated to mark the triumph of good over evil. It is believed that Lord Rama killed Ravan on this day, and with this belief, the tradition of burning the effigies of Ravan is observed to symbolise triumph of good over evil. 'Vijayadashmi' also marks the culmination of the nine-day-long Navratri festival.

It is observed on the tenth day of the month of Ashvin, the seventh in the Hindu Luni-Solar Calendar. The festival typically falls in the Gregorian calendar months of September and/or October. The festival also marks the start of preparations for Diwali, which is celebrated twenty days after Vijayadashami. Vijayadashmi is celebrated with huge fervour across the country.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Wonderful initiative by the embassy. ISKCON has done remarkable work in spreading Indian spirituality worldwide. Good to see government officials participating actively.
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Arjun K
While I appreciate the cultural outreach, I wish our embassies would also focus more on helping Indian students facing difficulties abroad. Cultural events are good, but practical support is equally important.
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Sarah B
As someone living in Maryland, it's heartwarming to see our local temple getting recognition from the Indian Embassy. The Dussehra celebrations here were truly beautiful and inclusive! 🌸
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Vikram M
This is what soft power looks like! Our festivals and spiritual traditions are India's greatest ambassadors abroad. More such engagements please! 🇮🇳
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Michael C
The message of Dussehra - victory of good over evil - is universal. Great to see interfaith harmony being promoted through such celebrations. The world needs more of this positivity.
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Ananya R
Just celebrated Dussehra with my family here in Delhi. Feeling emotional seeing our traditions being celebrated in the US too. Culture connects us all, no matter where we are! 💫

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