A constellation of Indian business and technology magnates congregated in Ayodhya to partake in the hallowed Pran Pratishtha of the Ram Mandir. Among the devout was Zoho’s CEO, Sridhar Vembu, who, along with his family, paid homage to the deity. With his mother Janaki, a lifelong devotee, and his brother Kumar with his spouse Anu by his side, Vembu shared the sentiment of being blessed to witness such an occasion. Oyo’s helmsman Ritesh Agarwal marked his presence too, exploring the city’s nocturnal magnificence on foot, absorbing the fervor and piety in the air. He was deeply moved by the serene beauty of Ayodhya, festooned with lights and alive with spiritual songs and communal fires, despite the cold. Moved by the unity and piety, Nishant Pitti, co-founder of EaseMyTrip, also expressed his awe for the occasion.
The ceremonial elegance was not just confined to leaders from the tech and business world. The Ambanis, too, graced the event with their presence, exhibiting their reverence through their impeccable ethnic ensembles. Nita Ambani led with grandeur wearing a red bandhani saree complemented by a shawl and striking jewelry, along with Mukesh Ambani who matched the traditionality in a white kurta set. Shloka Ambani with Akash Ambani presented a picture of refined cultural fashion in their coordinated pastels, while Isha Ambani alongside Anand Piramal embodied traditional chic in their symphony of yellows.
Cultural magnificence resonated through the streets of Ayodhya as each figure from diverse domains—from business titans like Sunil Bharti Mittal to celebrities—came together to celebrate the inauguration. Amidst devotion and cultural fashion, the event not only marked a milestone in religious history but also a pantheon where traditional style met spiritual devotion, creating unforgettable moments of unity and celebration.