When Lord Ram sets out on the city procession as a bridegroom, the eyes of devotees will be captivated by his enchanting appearance. A seven-kilogram silver crown will grace his brow, featuring a sun emblem that radiates beams of light. The crown will also showcase a *kalingi* (plume) brought from Jaipur, the five divine weapons of Lord Vishnu, and a dancing peacock, all exuding a unique radiance. Clad in a *Pitambari* (yellow) *sherwani* embellished with maroon accents, *zari* (gold thread), and *gota* (lace) work, Lord Ram will appear as if the very radiance of the Suryavanshi Raghukul has descended upon the city streets, seated majestically in a chariot drawn by an *Airavat*-style elephant.
The *Ram Barat* (wedding procession) of Lord Ram will be taken out on October 6th as part of the traditional *Ramleela* festival. The preparations go beyond merely adorning him as a groom; the aim is to embellish a divine form that thousands of devotees eagerly await to behold every year. The sun emblem on the crown will gleam in the light, conveying the message of the Raghukul’s dignity. While the dancing peacock motif will lend regal beauty to the crown, the five weapons of Lord Vishnu and the lotus symbol will evoke a sense of the Lord’s divine nature.
When Lord Ram Becomes the Groom, the Entire Family Will Accompany Him
Alongside Lord Ram, Lakshman, Bharat, and Shatrughna will also appear in special ceremonial attire. Lakshman’s silver crown will weigh approximately six and a half kilograms. It features the figure of *Sheshnag* (the divine serpent) intricately carved alongside gemstones. The *Sheshnag* emblem on the crown will glisten in the light, offering a glimpse of the divine essence of Lakshman, who is considered an incarnation of *Sheshnag*. The Splendor of the Suryavanshi Raghukul to Shine in the October 6th Procession
Solid silver crowns have been crafted specifically for Bharat and Shatrughna. Weighing approximately 3.5 to 4 kilograms, these crowns will be adorned with *kalingis* (plumed crests) and other decorative elements. This elaborate ornamentation of the four brothers will not only lend a regal grandeur to the procession but also deepen the devotees’ faith in the ‘Ram Parivar’ (the divine family of Lord Ram).
Raghuvir’s Attire to Showcase Craftsmanship from Three Cities
Special costumes have been commissioned for Lord Ram and his three younger brothers. The outfits feature a *Pitambari* (golden-yellow) hue accented with maroon detailing. Adorned with *Zari* and *Gota* work, the costumes have been crafted by artisans from Vrindavan, Jaipur, and Udaipur. The attire will harmoniously blend the devotional spirit of Braj, the intricate craftsmanship of Jaipur, and the regal elegance of Udaipur.
Two Months of Preparation to Adorn the Divine Form
A 15-member ‘Shringar Samiti’ (Adornment Committee) of the Ramlila Committee has been working for the past two months to finalize the Lord’s special adornment. Committee head Ram Abhishek Sharma and his team are meticulously working on the finer details of the crowns, costumes, and jewelry. He has been managing the committee’s adornment responsibilities since 2004, and this year, the committee has appointed him as the official in-charge. Jaipur-style *Kalingi*, Lord Vishnu’s five divine weapons, and a dancing peacock motif will enhance the beauty of the crowns.
Ram Abhishek Sharma explains that the aim is to introduce something new to the Lord’s appearance every year. Experiments have been conducted this time as well. The objective is not merely to enhance grandeur but to create a divine form that deepens the sense of devotion in the hearts of the devotees when they behold Lord Ram. Sumit Bansal, Kittu Sharma, Hradesh, Ravi Bansal, Brijmohan Parashar, Yash Parashar, Shivam Upadhyay, Krish Bansal, Tushar, Arpit, Krishna, Sarthak, Ram Badan, and Saksham are working alongside them daily on the preparations.
The Splendor of the Raghukul to Grace the Streets on October 6
On the evening of October 6, when the wedding procession sets out and Lord Raghuvir’s crown gleams in the light, it will not merely be the luster of silver; it will also reflect months of preparation, the artisans’ hard work, and the devotion of the faithful. As Lord Shri Ram passes through the city as a bridegroom amidst the radiance of the sun emblem, it will seem as though the dignity of the Raghukul, the ideals of Ram, and the grandeur of Ayodhya have all descended together onto the streets of Agra.
