Janakpur Dham, a revered city in Nepal, is preparing to celebrate the traditional Vivah Panchami festival, which honours the divine marriage of Lord Ram and Goddess Sita.
Known as the “Vivah Samaroh,” this event marks the wedding of the two deities, bringing a deep sense of spirituality and joy to Janakpur and devotees across the region. This year, the festival will include a new and special ceremony known as Tilakotsav, which adds a meaningful layer to the traditional celebrations.
The Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust shared details of the festivities on its official social media account. The Trust highlighted the preparations underway for the Vivah Samaroh of Lord Ram and Goddess Sita, to be held on the auspicious day of Vivah Panchami at Janakpur Dham.
According to the announcement, before the main wedding ceremony, there will be a unique Tilakotsav event in honour of Lord Ram’s arrival at Janakpur. This additional ritual is expected to enhance the spiritual significance of the celebration, making it even more special for those who gather at the sacred site.
For the first time, the Tilakotsav ceremony will see an extensive delegation from Janakpur travelling to Ayodhya. As part of this event, 251 individuals, known as “tilak-hars,” will represent Janakpur Dham, which is considered the in-laws’ place of Lord Ram.
The delegation will carry with them 501 unique types of offerings, including an array of traditional items such as clothing, jewellery, various sweets, dry fruits, and fresh fruits.
These offerings symbolise blessings and gifts from the family of Goddess Sita for her divine consort. This group is scheduled to leave Janakpur on November 16, arrive in Ayodhya on November 17, and participate in the Tilakotsav ceremony on November 18.
Scriptures and religious texts recount that Lord Ram, son of King Dasharath of Ayodhya, married Goddess Sita, daughter of King Janak of Janakpur, during the Treta Yuga, an era deeply cherished in Hindu tradition.
The Vivah Samaroh commemorates this sacred union, which is said to have been solemnised in the city of Janakpur, where the festival will take place. This historic and holy city, deeply tied to the legacy of Ayodhya, resonates with devotion and enthusiasm each year during Vivah Panchami.
In recent days, Janakpur has been bustling with preparations for the grand celebration. The city recently marked another important occasion, the first Deepotsav, following the Pran Pratistha, or consecration, of the Ram Temple.
The streets of Janakpur have come alive with vibrant decorations and lights, embodying the joyous spirit of the festival. Residents and visitors are embracing the festive atmosphere, with shops filled with items that symbolise the blessings and traditions of Vivah Panchami.
Goddess Sita’s birthplace, Janakpur holds a unique place in Hindu mythology and spiritual history. Every year, pilgrims and devotees gather in this city to pay homage to the divine couple and take part in the customs that have been passed down for centuries.
For locals and visitors alike, Vivah Panchami represents not just a festival, but a living connection to their faith, heritage, and the cherished bond between Lord Ram and Goddess Sita.
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