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In Kashmir, Rama Navami was celebrated with colorful religious enthusiasm. The procession of Shobha Yatra was taken out from the Kathleshwar temple in Tankipora, who used to travel to the historic roads of Srinagar city such as Habba Kadal, Lal Chowk and Jahangir Chowk. During this procession, devotees danced and chanting ‘Hare Ram’, ‘Hare Krishna’.
This grand religious festival came to light at one time when Muslims in India are attacked to offer Namaz on Eid, loudspeakers are banned, and mosques are attacked.
The procession of Shobha Yatra seen here was taken out from the Kathleshwar temple in Tankipora
A challenging Eid in UP
A day before Eid, Uttar Pradesh officials ordered the Muslims to warn the Muslims of strict action on offering namaz on the roads. Some said that those who defy this order will cancel their passport.
Later, defending the decision, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said that the administration’s warning to Muslims against the offer of Namaz on the streets was for the traffic movement.
“The roads are for walking. And those who are speaking (against the verdict), should learn discipline from Hindu. Sixty crore people arrive in Prayagraj. There was no robbery, property destruction, arson, or kidnapped. It is called religious discipline. If you want benefits, you should also do disciplinary details.
However, in Kashmir, Ram Navami defined the story. This journey was a powerful will for the flexibility of belief, tradition and communal harmony. Kashmiri Pandits, who are minorities in the region, were involved by many Muslims, reflecting the spirit of unity.
People chanting ‘Hare Ram’, ‘Hare Krishna’ during the Shobha Yatra from the Kathaleshwar temple in Tankipora.
Indication of ‘mutual honor’
The exchange of mutual respect and warmth on the streets of Srinagar was powerful reminder that the trust is not limited to the walls or restricted by rules; It thrives where people come together.
Therefore, while Adityanath’s remarks could have argued elsewhere, Ram Navami of Kashmir was a vivid reminder that no form of hatred could stop people from following their faith and celebrating their festivals.
At one time, when religious freedom often encounters investigations, the festival was as long as an unattainable, joyful declaration.
The joyful festival of Ram Navami seen in Kashmir.
Meanwhile, Kashmiri Muslims are prevented from celebrating their festivals, the city of Srinagar is historically closed on important auspicious festivals like Shab-e-Qadra with Jama Masjid.
In February, the police did not allow the Shabe Barat prayers along with the Jamia Mosque, even criticizing Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and expressed their criticism.
The decision angered several political parties, including a corpse of Kashmiri Pandits living in Kashmir, Kashmiri Pandit Sanghrash Samiti. He criticized J&K officials for closing Jama Masjid.
“Is this a normal situation in J&K because the authorities banned Shani Kadar inside Jama Masjid in Srinagar,” he said in a statement.
Traffic managed by police personnel is being seen for Shobha Yatra
It should be noted that despite the traffic affecting the procession, there was no outrage or criticism by the majority community, showing that the Kashmiris respected the religion and culture of each other without resorting to hatred.
(Adil Hussain is an independent freelance journalist located in Srinagar, Kashmir. His work has been published in Tasnim News Agency, Twocial etc..
