Maharashtra: Muslims in Nagpur shower petals on Ram Navami Shobha Yatra

ANI April 7, 2025 332 views

In a powerful display of interfaith solidarity, Muslims in Nagpur continued their 30-year tradition of showering flower petals during the Ram Navami Shobha Yatra. The Muslim Sewa Samiti members emphasized their commitment to promoting brotherhood and peace through this symbolic gesture. Political leaders like Devendra Fadnavis and Nitin Gadkari participated in the celebrations, highlighting the event's significance. This remarkable act of communal harmony demonstrates the potential for mutual respect and understanding between different religious communities.

"Nagpur is the city of brotherhood. Our motive is to promote this brotherhood and peace." - Muslim Sewa Samiti Member
Nagpur, April 6: In a heartening display of communal harmony, members of the Muslim Sewa Samiti in Nagpur showered flower petals on devotees participating in the Shobha Yatra during the Ram NavamiA celebrations on Sunday.

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Muslim group continues 30-year tradition of supporting Hindu festival

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Communal harmony demonstrated through symbolic petal shower

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Political leaders Fadnavis and Gadkari participate in Ram Navami celebrations

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BJP celebrates 46th foundation day with national service theme

The event, which highlights the spirit of brotherhood, has been a tradition followed by the Muslim Sewa Samiti since 1993.

A member of the Muslim Sewa Samiti explained the significance of their gesture: "We have been following this tradition since 1993. The message is brotherhood. Hindu brothers also welcome us with enthusiasm during Milad-ul-Nabi. We celebrate all the festivals together."

Another member echoed the sentiment, emphasising the importance of unity. He said, "Nagpur is the city of brotherhood. Our motive is to promote this brotherhood and peace."

The Ram Navami celebrations in Nagpur also saw the participation of Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, who offered prayers during the festivities.

Gadkari, while speaking about the significance of the occasion, shared his thoughts on the spirit of Ram Navami.

"I prayed at Lord Ram's feet for wisdom and Ram Rajya to be established in the country. I am confident that our Nagpur Shobha Yatra has reached a level of awakening," he said.

Earlier, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Union Minister Nitin Gadkari attended Bharatiya Janata Party's Foundation Day celebrations in Nagpur.

The party is celebrating its 46th foundation day.

Fadnavis and Gadkari also performed 'Bhoomi Pujan' at the BJP's office in Nagpur. BJP state president Chandrashekhar Bawankule, MLA Pravin Datke, and BJP office-bearers and workers were present on the occasion.

Meanwhile, CM Fadnavis said that 'Nation First' is our principle and this is our ideology! "BJP Foundation Day! 'Nation First' is our principle and this is our ideology!" he posted on X.

Nitin Gadkari congratulated all the BJP's workers on the occasion.

"Heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to all the workers dedicated to the resolve of national service on the foundation day of the Bharatiya Janata Party. Salutations to all the great individuals who, with hard work and dedication, have strengthened the party and organisation, making it a vast banyan tree. Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji while walking on the path of nationalist ideology, BJP is continuously striving to make the country progressive and self-reliant," Gadkari wrote on X.

Reader Comments

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Amit K.
This is the real India we love to see! ❤️ More power to such traditions that bring communities together. Nagpur setting an example for the whole country.
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Sana R.
As a Nagpur resident, I'm so proud of our city's culture of harmony. The flower petal tradition always brings tears to my eyes. More cities should learn from us!
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Rajiv P.
While the gesture is beautiful, I wish the article focused more on the people's initiative rather than politicians' involvement. The real story is in the communities, not the political figures.
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Fatima N.
My grandfather was part of starting this tradition in '93. He'd be so happy to see it still going strong! This is what true secularism looks like - respect for all faiths.
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Vikram S.
Heartwarming to see such unity. But I wonder - does this get the same media coverage as communal tensions do? We need more positive stories like this highlighted!
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Priya M.
The flower petal tradition is beautiful, but I hope the mutual respect extends beyond symbolic gestures to everyday interactions. That's where real harmony is built 🌸

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Communal Harmony Ram Navami Nagpur Muslim Sewa Samiti Devendra Fadnavis Nitin Gadkari Hindu-Muslim Unity
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