The Bhojpuri Asso­ciation of Ghana has commemorated this year's Ramnavami festival in Accra.

Ramnavami is a Hindu festival which is celebrated on the 9th day of Chaitra month to commemorate the divine birth of Lord Rama- a central figure in Hindu tradition and a symbol of righteous­ness and virtue.

Members of both the Indian and Ghanaian communities joined in a grand Shobha Yatra, a traditional pro­cession showcasing the rich cultural heritage of the participants.

The event which took place last Sunday had in attendance members of both the Indian and Ghanaian communities featuring in a grand pro­cession, cultural performances, and a fashion show, concluding with the distribution of Prasadam-a silver bowl for offering and receiving holy food, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of the country.