Devotees distributing buttermilk and panaka to the public at various places, as part of the Sri Ramanavami celebrations in Mysuru on Sunday.
| Photo Credit: M.A. SRIRAM
Sri Ramanavami was celebrated in the city with devotional fervour on Sunday. There was a steady queue of devotees who made a beeline to various temples dedicated to Lord Rama and offered prayers.
Sri Rama Mandira in Jayanagar, Vidyaranayapuram, New Kantharaja Urs Road, Maruti Temple in Gangotri layout, etc., were decorated with flowers, and special prayers were conducted from dawn.
Apart from temple visitations, devotees were treated to butter milk and panaka, as part of the local customs. Such scenes were visible at different parts of the city and across the district.
Music concerts
Sri Ramanavami is also when music concerts are conducted by various organisations, including at Bidaram Krishnappa Rama Mandira, which is a heritage building. This year will be the 109th annual music festival being hosted at the temple.
Sri Ramabhyudhaya Sabha at Srirampet on the Vinobha Road will host the 135th Sri Ramothsava celebrations. Apart from daily worship and special rituals, there will be a music programme and cultural events at Alammana Choultry and Kunchitagara Sanha.
The inauguration was held on Sunday, and the cultural events, music programme, and celebrations will be held till April 13 and conclude with Seetha Kalyana.
Published – April 06, 2025 07:37 pm IST
