Hindu organisations in Bengaluru painted the city saffron to celebrate the consecration of Rama temple in Ayodhya. Saffron festoons, flags, and posters with the images of Lord Rama, Hanuman, Sita, and Lakshmana adorned the city. Devotees flocked to Rama, Hanuman, and Venkateshwara temples for prayers and bhajans. Special prayers and 'prasad' distribution took place at various temples. BJP state headquarters in Bengaluru was decorated for the occasion. Similar festivities were held in other towns across Karnataka.
