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Restoration of Ayodhya Mandir Anniversary 2025

The Hindu Canadian Foundation (HCF) organized a grand Rath Yatra on January 18, 2025, uniting Peel, Halton, and Hamilton regions to honor the restoration of Shri Ram Mandir. Starting at Hindu Sabha Mandir, Brampton, the Yatra spanned 200 km, connecting four temples with heartfelt Aartis, Hanuman Chalisa recitations, and vibrant bhajans. Devotees braved freezing temperatures to celebrate with unwavering devotion, creating a spiritually uplifting atmosphere. HCF emphasizes January 22 as Restoration Day, urging all Hindus to commemorate the occasion with rituals, education, and celebration.

Digital Truck and 100s of cars traveled more than 200 km covering 3 Major Regions in Canada.

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HCF Hosts Grand Restoration of Ayodhya Mandir Celebration, Uniting Peel, Halton, and Hamilton Regions

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January 18, 2025, Brampton, ON – The Hindu Canadian Foundation (HCF) hosted a landmark event commemorating the restoration of Shri Ram Mandir, the most revered religious site for Hindus worldwide. This day-long celebration brought together Hindu communities across Peel, Halton, and Hamilton regions, showcasing unparalleled cultural pride and spiritual unity.

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A Day of Spiritual Magnificence:

The event began at Hindu Sabha Mandir, Brampton, where the Tamil Hindu Community from GTA recited the Vishnu Sahasranama Paath with profound devotion. Shri MadhuSoodan Lama ji, President of Hindu Sabha Mandir, officially flagged off the Rath Yatra after the recitation.

Despite the biting -10°C temperatures, devotees passionately participated in the Hanuman Chalisa chanting session led by Shri Ajay Tyagi and Pandit Manoj Gairola ji under the towering 55-foot Pratima of Shri Hanuman ji. To sustain the spiritual momentum, the temple graciously served a sumptuous breakfast and packed meals for the hundreds of Ram Bhakts embarking on the journey.

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Connecting Mandirs to Honor Mandir Restoration:

The Rath Yatra embarked on a spiritually uplifting journey spanning over 200 km in a single day, connecting four temples and uniting hundreds of devotees:

  • Hindu Sabha Mandir, Brampton
    The Yatra commenced with positive energy and prayers, as devotees gathered for Hindu rituals. Temple President Shri MadhuSoodan Lama ji officially flagged off the event.

  • Triveni Mandir, Brampton
    Upon arrival, the Yatra was warmly welcomed with vibrant chants of Shri Ram and showers of rose petals. Pandit Manoj ji led the devotees in a heartfelt Aarti and Hanuman Chalisa chanting session, adding to the day’s spiritual fervor.

  • Vaishno Devi Temple, Oakville
    At this stop, Piyush Pandit ji and Mukund ji performed the divine Ram Lala Aarti. The atmosphere came alive with energetic Hanuman Chalisa recitals and joyful Sankirtan.

  • Hindu Samaj Temple, Hamilton
    The Yatra concluded at Hindu Samaj Temple, where Shri Ram ji’s Palki was greeted with a shower of flower petals and devotional bhajans. President Shri Ajay Mahajan ji and his team organized an exceptional reception. Pandit Shri Gaurav ji and Shri Shashikant Bhushan ji led melodious Ram Bhajans, culminating in a heartfelt Hanuman Chalisa and grand Aarti.  Shri Ajay Mahajan ji and his team served a delectable prasadam feast, including snacks and tea, leaving the devotees spiritually enriched and deeply satisfied.

 

Objective and Call to Action:

HCF urges Hindu Canadians and Hindus worldwide to recognize January 22 as Restoration Day, marking the historic restoration of Shri Ram Mandir.

Recommended Actions:

  • Light a diya at home and perform Ram Ji Ki Aarti.

  • Explore historical facts and timelines of Shri Ram Mandir’s restoration with your family.

  • Organize a Sundarkand Paath and invite friends and family to celebrate.

  • Read HCF’s detailed historical article on Shri Ram Mandir to appreciate its significance.

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Special Thanks:

HCF extends its heartfelt gratitude to:

  • All RAM Bhakts who joined the Yatra throughout dedicated their day to Prabhu Shri Ram to celebrate the Restoration Anniversary 

  • Sai Dham Food Bank and Shri Vishal Ji for the beautifully decorated Ram Jhanki and flower-adorned van. The enthusiastic youths and volunteers who carried the Palki throughout the Yatra.

  • Supporting Organizations and Community Leaders: Shri Vijay Jain (President, Vishwa Jain Sangathan, Canada ), Shri Ravi Huda ji (Canadian Hindu Volunteers), Tamil Hindu Community from GTA, Shri Anil Arora Ji (Canadian Hindus for Harmony), Shri Anil Thapa Ji (Nepali Hindu Community), Shrimati Vaidehi Raut Ji (Panorama India), Shri Mayank Saxena (President AUPCA), Shri Pathik Shukla Ji (Community Leader), Shri Yogi Ji (Helping Hand Foundation), Shri Ajay Sharma (AJ Media), Shri Tarun Pal Singh (South Asia News), Shri Rakesh Tiwari Ji (Hindi Times), Shrimati Sumita Sinha (BAJCA), and Deep Shukla (Culture Connection), Shri Nik Thakkar ji (Community Leader), Shri Sudhir Kumar Ji (Community Leader) and many more. 

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HCF thanks all Ram Bhakts who participated in this historic Yatra, traveling over 200 km and uniting four temples to make the celebration a resounding success. Together, we honor the sacrifices of our ancestors and celebrate the spiritual and cultural significance of Shri Ram Mandir’s restoration.

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