Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday greeted people on the occasion of Ram Navami and said that Maryada Purushottam Ram's life which was based on sacrifice, austerity, restraint, and determination will always remain an inspiration for humanity.
Taking to Twitter, the PM said, "Maryada Purushottam Lord Ram's life was based on sacrifice, austerity, restraint and determination and will remain an inspiration for humanity in every age. Best wishes to everyone on the great festival of Ram Navami."
Union Home Minister Amit Shah greeted everyone while saying, "Best wishes to everyone on the great festival of Ram Navami. Maryada Purushottam Prabhu Shri Ram, along with walking on the path of religion and truth, taught the whole human world to have patience and a sense of kindness for all even in critical situations. May Lord Shri Ram shower his blessings on everyone. Jai Shri Ram!"
Earlier on Thursday, Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also extended his best wishes to everyone on Twitter and wrote, "Best wishes to all of you on the auspicious occasion of Sri Rama Navami. May Lord Shri Ram infuse happiness, peace, harmony and prosperity in all of your lives, this is my best wish. Jai Shri Ram!"
One of the most auspicious Hindu festivals, Ram Navami marks as well as celebrates the birth of Lord Ram, who is also said to be the seventh avatar of Lord Vishnu. It falls on the Shukla Paksha Navami which is the ninth day of the Chaitra month and is also the conclusion of Chaitra Navratri.
Chaitra Navratri is marked in March or April according to the Hindu calendar. This year, Ram Navami falls on March 30. According to the Drik Panchang, Lord Ram was born in the middle of the Hindu day, or the Madhyahna period, The Mint reported.
Rama Navami Puja rites should be performed during Madhyahna, which lasts for six Ghatis (or around 2 hours and 24 minutes). Mint quoted Drik Panchang while reporting that this year, it will last from 11:11 am to 1:40 pm. At 12:26 PM, the Rama Navami Madhyahna Moment will happen.