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Modi to unveil 77-feet statue of Lord Ram at Canacona

PANAJI: 

In a historic and spiritual milestone for Goa, a majestic 77-foot bronze statue of Lord Shree Ram will be unveiled at Shree Samsthan Gokarn Partagali Jeevottam Math, Canacona at the hands of Prime Minister Narendra Modi on November 28.

A grand Pratishtha Mahotsav has been scheduled to mark the consecration and unveiling of Lord Shree Ram idol. The event will be held in the presence of prominent spiritual and national leaders.

The Prana Pratishtha (consecration ritual) of Lord Shree Ram will be conducted at 11.05 am that day by Parama Pujya Shreemad Vidyadhheesh Teerth Shreepad Vader Swamijee, signifying the spiritual sanctification of the idol.

Later in the day, between 3.45 pm and 5 pm, Prime Minister will attend the ceremony to unveil the monumental bronze statue. The Prime Minister will also inaugurate a 3D projection mapping installation, designed to enhance the devotional and visual experience for devotees.

The event will conclude with a Dev Darshan and Sabha Karyakrama, offering devotees an opportunity to participate in collective prayers and cultural proceedings.


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