The Federation of Indian Associations (FIA) will feature a replica of the Ayodhya Ram Mandir at the upcoming India Day Parade in New York City. The temple was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi earlier this year.
The announcement was made at a curtain-raiser event at the Consulate of India in New York. The replica is a collaborative effort between the Vishwa Hindu Parishad of America (VHPA) and FIA.
Organizers revealed that the replica will be an 18-foot-long, nine-foot-wide, and eight-foot-tall model custom-made in India and air-shipped specifically for the parade, which is touted as the largest celebration of India’s Independence Day outside India.
Amitabh Mittal, VHPA’s general secretary, mentioned that this will be the first time a replica of the Ram Mandir is displayed in the United States. Dr. Jai Bansal, VP of Education for VHPA, elaborated on the 500-year struggle to restore the demolished ancient temple, describing it as a “tryst with destiny” that was finally realized this year.
The inclusion of the Ram Mandir replica in the parade holds special significance for the diaspora community, providing them an opportunity to witness the temple’s grandeur without traveling to Ayodhya.
The release stated that the replica “symbolizes the perseverance and unity of the diaspora community and serves as a powerful reminder of cultural heritage and spiritual continuity, celebrating a landmark achievement in the history of Hindu Dharma.”
This year’s India Day Parade in New York, stretching from East 38th Street to East 27th Street in Midtown Manhattan, is expected to attract over 150,000 people. It will feature numerous floats representing various Indian American communities, showcasing the rich diversity of Indian culture.
Key volunteers, including Tejal Shah, VHPA joint secretary, Archna Kumar, and Sanjay Gupta, leaders of the FIA NJ Chapter, as well as other tristate chapter leaders, played a crucial role in making the replica display possible.
The Federation of Indian Associations (FIA) is set to feature a replica of the Ayodhya Ram Mandir at the upcoming India Day Parade in New York City, marking a significant cultural display for the diaspora community. The temple, inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi earlier this year, will be showcased in the parade through a collaboration between the Vishwa Hindu Parishad of America (VHPA) and FIA.
This announcement was made at a curtain-raiser event held at the Consulate of India in New York. The replica, an 18-foot-long, nine-foot-wide, and eight-foot-tall model, will be custom-made in India and air-shipped specifically for the parade. This event is recognized as the largest celebration of India’s Independence Day outside India.
According to Amitabh Mittal, the general secretary of VHPA, this will be the first instance of a Ram Mandir replica being displayed in the United States. Dr. Jai Bansal, VP of Education for VHPA, emphasized the 500-year effort to restore the ancient temple, describing it as a “tryst with destiny” that was finally fulfilled this year.
The inclusion of the Ram Mandir replica is highly significant for the diaspora community, offering a unique opportunity to witness the temple’s grandeur without needing to travel to Ayodhya. The replica “symbolizes the perseverance and unity of the diaspora community and serves as a powerful reminder of cultural heritage and spiritual continuity, celebrating a landmark achievement in the history of Hindu Dharma,” according to the release.
The annual India Day Parade in New York, which spans from East 38th Street to East 27th Street in Midtown Manhattan, is anticipated to draw more than 150,000 attendees. The parade will feature numerous floats representing various Indian American communities, highlighting the rich cultural diversity of India.
The display of the replica was made possible through the coordination of key volunteers, including Tejal Shah, VHPA joint secretary, Archna Kumar, and Sanjay Gupta, leaders of the FIA NJ Chapter, as well as leaders from other tristate chapters.
The Federation of Indian Associations (FIA) will feature a replica of the Ayodhya Ram Mandir at the upcoming India Day Parade in New York City. The temple was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi earlier this year.
The announcement was made during a curtain-raiser event at the Consulate of India in New York. The display is a collaboration between the Vishwa Hindu Parishad of America (VHPA) and FIA.
The replica will be an 18-foot-long, nine-foot-wide, and eight-foot-tall model custom-made in India and air-shipped specifically for the parade. This event is touted as the largest celebration of India’s Independence Day outside India.
Amitabh Mittal, general secretary of VHPA, highlighted that this will be the first time a replica of the Ram Mandir is displayed in the United States. Dr. Jai Bansal, VP of Education for VHPA, described the 500-year effort to restore the ancient temple, calling it a “tryst with destiny” that was finally achieved this year.
The inclusion of the Ram Mandir replica is significant for the diaspora community, providing them a chance to see the temple’s grandeur without traveling to Ayodhya. The replica “symbolizes the perseverance and unity of the diaspora community and serves as a powerful reminder of cultural heritage and spiritual continuity, celebrating a landmark achievement in the history of Hindu Dharma,” the release stated.
The annual India Day Parade in New York, which runs from East 38th Street to East 27th Street in Midtown Manhattan, is expected to draw over 150,000 people. It will feature numerous floats representing various Indian American communities, showcasing the rich cultural diversity of India.
The display of the replica was made possible by the efforts of key volunteers, including Tejal Shah, VHPA joint secretary, Archna Kumar, and Sanjay Gupta, leaders of the FIA NJ Chapter, as well as leaders from other tristate chapters.
The Federation of Indian Associations (FIA) is set to feature a replica of the Ayodhya Ram Mandir at the upcoming India Day Parade in New York City. The temple, inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi earlier this year, will be showcased through a collaboration between the Vishwa Hindu Parishad of America (VHPA) and FIA.
The announcement was made at a curtain-raiser event held at the Consulate of India in New York. The replica, an 18-foot-long, nine-foot-wide, and eight-foot-tall model, will be custom-made in India and air-shipped specifically for the parade. This event is recognized as the largest celebration of India’s Independence Day outside India.
According to Amitabh Mittal, the general secretary of VHPA, this will be the first instance of a Ram Mandir replica being displayed in the United States. Dr. Jai Bansal, VP of Education for VHPA, emphasized the 500-year effort to restore the ancient temple, describing it as a “tryst with destiny” that was finally fulfilled this year.
The inclusion of the Ram Mandir replica is highly significant for the diaspora community, offering a unique opportunity to witness the temple’s grandeur without needing to travel to Ayodhya. The replica “symbolizes the perseverance and unity of the diaspora community and serves as a powerful reminder of cultural heritage and spiritual continuity, celebrating a landmark achievement in the history of Hindu Dharma,” according to the release.
The annual India Day Parade in New York, which spans from East 38th Street to East 27th Street in Midtown Manhattan, is anticipated to draw more than 150,000 attendees. The parade will feature numerous floats representing various Indian American communities, highlighting the rich cultural diversity of India.
The display of the replica was made possible through the coordination of key volunteers, including Tejal Shah, VHPA joint secretary, Archna Kumar, and Sanjay Gupta, leaders of the FIA NJ Chapter, as well as leaders from other tristate chapters.
