A wave of jubilation and festivities unfolded across the United States of America as hundreds of temples and community organizations commemorated the consecration of 'Ram Lalla' in Ayodhya on Monday.
Notably, iconic Times Square in New York became a focal point for celebrations, where various groups distributed laddoos to passersby and showcased images and visuals of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya on screens.
While the Vishwa Hindu Parishad of America orchestrated main events nationwide on Sunday, a unique gathering took place at the SV Lotus Temple in Fairfax County, Virginia. Here, members from diverse backgrounds, including Sikhs, Muslims, and Pakistani Americans, joined hands to celebrate what they deemed a dream come true.
Representing Sikhs of America, Jassee Singh, expressed the joyous occasion, extending best wishes to Hindu brothers and sisters. The multicultural event witnessed participants from Sikhs, Hindus, Muslims, and Christians, highlighting the unity in diversity as they celebrated the momentous opening of the Shri Ram temple in India.
A Pakistani American from Muslims of America, Sajid Tarar, conveyed a message of peace and harmony, emphasizing the need to move forward and overcome differences. Congratulating the Hindu community on the temple's inauguration, Tarar advocated for celebrating each other's happiness and fostering unity.
At the Sri Venkateswara Lotus Temple, more than 2,500 people, led by Adappa Prasad, the national president of Overseas Friends of BJP, joined in the celebrations. Prasad underscored the global enthusiasm, with Indian diaspora from various countries partaking in festivities. Prem Bhandari from the Overseas Friends of Ram Mandir called the moment a dream come true for overseas Indians and Hindus worldwide, attributing the accomplishment to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership.
Times Square echoed with the sentiments of Jagdish Sewhani, the organizer of one of the multiple events, who deemed it a historical moment for India and the world. The NASDAQ screen displayed images of the Ram Mandir, emphasizing the global significance of the event.
Congressman Rich McCormick extended greetings to the Hindu community, acknowledging the monumental accomplishment after 500 years of struggle. In Houston, an event organized by the Hindus of Greater Houston honored Lord Rama's cultural influence in various countries. Arun Mundra, a volunteer, highlighted the widespread impact of Ramayana on the culture of many nations.
Meanwhile, in Los Angeles, a grand car rally attracted 1000 participants, with 250 cars joining the procession to celebrate this historic occasion. The fervor and unity displayed across the United States underscored the deep cultural and emotional significance attached to the consecration of 'Ram Lalla' in Ayodhya.
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