Ram Navami being celebrated across the World today

Kathmandu: Ram Navami is being celebrated with religious fervor and enthusiasm in different parts of the world today. The festival marks the birth of Lord Rama, the seventh incarnation of Lord Vishnu. Ram Navami is celebrated on the ninth day of the Chaitra month, according to the Hindu lunar calendar. Prior to Ram Navami, Hindus observe a fast for nine days (Navratri) leading up to the festival.

President Ram Nath Kovind has extended greetings and best wishes to all citizens on the occasion of Ram Navami. In his message, Mr Kovind said that Ram Navami is an auspicious occasion to recall the ideals of Lord Ram and apply them in our lives.

He said Lord Ram’s life inspires us to follow the sublime values of virtue, tolerance, kindness and fraternity. The President urged all citizens to follow the path shown by Lord Ram and resolve to build a glorious nation.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has greeted the people on the occasion of Ram Navami. In a tweet, he said, may everyone get happiness, peace and prosperity in life by the grace of Lord Shri Ram.