Lepakshi, Andhra Pradesh: Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on a spiritual sojourn, offering prayers at the Veerbhadra Temple in Lepakshi, Andhra Pradesh, just days before the consecration ceremony of the Ayodhya Ram Mandir. The Veerbhadra Temple, dedicated to the fiery form of Lord Shiva, holds a special place in the cultural and religious tapestry of India.
Symbolic Ties to Ramayana and Divine Connection
The Veerbhadra Temple is intricately connected to the epic Ramayana, featuring idols of Hindu deities such as Vishnu, Papaneswara, Lakshmi, Ganesh, and Durga within its sacred complex. Prime Minister Modi, clad in traditional attire, was captured in a video shared by news agency ANI performing the “aarti” and absorbing verses from the Ranganatha Ramayan, written in Telugu, in the serene ambience of the temple.
Preserving Legends: PM Modi’s Rendition of ‘Shri Ram Jai Ram’
In a poignant moment, another video showcased Prime Minister Modi singing the ‘Shri Ram Jai Ram’ bhajan within the temple premises. The Lepakshi temple holds historical significance, believed to be the spot where the mythical bird Jatayu fell after attempting to thwart Ravan during the abduction of Goddess Sita. As the legend goes, Lord Ram, upon reaching the site, uttered the words “Le Pakshi” in Telugu, directing the wounded bird to rise.
Two-Day Visit Unfolds: Inaugurations and Roadshow in South India
Prime Minister Modi’s visit to Andhra Pradesh encompasses the inauguration of the new campus of the National Academy of Customs, Indirect Taxes, and Narcotics in Sri Sathya Sai District. Furthermore, a grand road show is scheduled in Kochi, Kerala, setting the stage for various significant events.
The itinerary also includes the inauguration of three major infrastructure projects in Kochi, collectively valued at over ₹4,000 crore. These projects comprise the New Dry Dock (NDD) at Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL), the International Ship Repair Facility (ISRF) of CSL, and the LPG Import Terminal of Indian Oil Corporation Limited at Puthuvypeen, Kochi.
As Prime Minister Modi engages in spiritual and official duties during this two-day visit, the nation eagerly awaits the momentous consecration of the Ayodhya Ram Mandir, marking a historic milestone in India’s cultural and religious legacy.
