Yogi Govt Sends Divine 108ft Incense To Ayodhya's Shri Ram Temple, Enthusiastic Welcome In Agra
The Yogi government is actively engaged in orchestrating a grand and divine consecration program for the idol of Shri Ram Lalla in Ayodhya, scheduled for January 22. The entire country is buzzing with enthusiasm in anticipation of this significant event. A pivotal element of the festivities is the transportation of a colossal 108 feet long incense stick from Vadodara in Gujarat to illuminate the Shri Ram temple.
The journey of this monumental incense stick has transformed into a spectacular procession. Making its way through Bharatpur in Rajasthan, Fatehpur Sikri, and Kirawali in Agra, the procession has garnered immense attention. As the incense stick arrived at its destinations, hundreds of people flocked to the highways, enthusiastically chanting 'Jai Shri Ram' upon catching sight of the awe-inspiring spectacle.
Manufactured over a span of six months in Vadodara, this extraordinary incense stick boasts a length of 108 feet and a width of about three and a half feet, weighing a substantial 3610 kg. Crafted with meticulous care, the incense stick incorporates a blend of various herbs, including desi cow dung, desi cow ghee, and traditional incense ingredients. The mastermind behind this creation, Bihabharbad, a resident of Gujarat and an expert incense stick maker, expressed that the purpose of crafting this unique incense stick is to offer it during the consecration of the Shri Ram temple in Ayodhya.
Notably, this specially concocted incense stick is designed to burn continuously for approximately one and a half months, emanating its fragrant essence across an expansive radius of about 50 kilometers. The intricate use of diverse natural elements adds a sacred touch to the offering, aligning with the spiritual significance of the upcoming event. The symbolism behind the journey of this colossal incense stick reflects the collective reverence and fervor that the nation holds for the consecration of Shri Ram Lalla's idol in Ayodhya on January 22.