Tarun Karthick
Port Blair, 13 January 2024
In a formal appeal addressed to the Lt Governor of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Mr. Rakeshwar Lall, State President of Hindu Rashtra Shakti, has requested the closure of liquor shops and bars on 22nd January 2024. The appeal is made in light of the consecration ceremony of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya.
Expressing the sentiments of the Hindu community in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, the letter emphasizes the historic and religious significance of the event. The community is eager to observe the consecration with deep reverence and joy, planning special ceremonies, cultural programs, and religious gatherings across the islands.
In the letter, Mr. Rakeshwar Lall acknowledges the cultural and religious importance of the consecration of the Ram Mandir and seeks the Lt Governor’s understanding and support. The appeal urges the temporary closure of liquor shops and bars on 22nd January 2024, aligning with the community’s desire to observe the occasion in a solemn and spiritual manner.
The letter concludes with gratitude in anticipation of a positive response from the Lt Governor, emphasizing the significance of such a decision in fostering unity and respect for diverse cultural and religious practices.