US: Car rally, Tesla lights show dedicated to Lord Ram

Post by : Dr. Amrinder Pal Singh

_{In Houston, USA, Hindu devotees organized a Tesla car light show preceding the consecration ceremony of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple. PTI Picture}

In California's Silicon Valley, preceding the 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony for the Ram Mandir, the Indian community orchestrated a substantial celebration. Over 1,100 participants enthusiastically joined a massive car rally in the Bay Area, carrying saffron banners adorned with images of the Ram temple. This extensive rally, covering a distance of more than 150 km from Sunnyvale to Fremont, was diligently planned and executed by six dedicated Hindu volunteers.

As the evening descended, the march progressed to notable landmarks like the Warm Spring BART station and Golden Gate. The event culminated in a spectacular Tesla car light show, which featured digital billboard vehicles displaying scenes from the Ramayana, images of Lord Ram, and the grand Ayodhya Ram temple. These visual elements added to the fervor and anticipation of the impending 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony.

Participants, having received police permission, engaged in joyous dancing at various locations, accompanied by traditional instruments like dhol nagara. This carefully curated rally and celebration not only demonstrated the community's enthusiasm but also reflected a deep commitment to the cultural and spiritual significance of the occasion.

The Tesla light show, a centerpiece of the pre-Ram Mandir festivities, involved over 300 synchronized cars. This mesmerizing display garnered attention not only locally but also drew participants from distant locations who coordinated online to be part of this unique celebration.

Simultaneously, the grand celebration reached the iconic Times Square in New York, where the Indian diaspora gathered to illuminate the renowned location in honor of the Pran Pratishtha ceremony. Attendees, adorned in traditional attire, engaged in joyful activities, including dancing and singing bhajans and other devotional songs.

As these festivities unfolded, Prime Minister Modi's impending journey for the grand consecration ceremony in Ayodhya added to the significance of the moment. The scheduled ceremony, set for 12 PM IST (1:30 AM EST) on Monday, marked the culmination of years of anticipation and devotion within the Indian community worldwide. The event carried immense cultural and religious importance, symbolizing a historic milestone.