Local Hindus Celebrate Reopening Of Ram Mandir In India

As Hindus across Trinidad and Tobago joined with Indian communities worldwide on Sunday to celebrate Lord Ram's Return to Ayodhya with the reopening of the Ram Mandir in India, Chaguanas Mayor Faaiq Mohammed noted something of significance within his own Borough that serves as a representation of the country. Mayor Mohammed said that Lord Ram's life serves as a guiding light to ethical living in today's contemporary world. He encouraged Hindus to use this religious occasion to reflect on ways in which they could incorporate this revered figure's teachings into their own lives. In Hinduism, Lord Ram exemplifies ideals of justice, righteousness and unwavering commitment to truth, even in the face of adversity. Naming the various religions, Mayor Mohammed emphasised that to be a "good" follower of any, you must first be a good human being. The event, which was held at the Pierre Road Recreation Ground in Felicity,Chaguanas, is being likened to another Divali. India's High Commissioner to T&T, Dr. Pradeep Rajpurohit praised what he described as a vibrant and devoted Indian diaspora in Trinidad and Tobago for preserving the cultural heritage of the Motherland throughout the years.