Ram Mandir Ayodhya: Gifts have poured in for the Ram Temple from various countries, along with essential items for the upcoming puja ceremony. Notably, a significant contribution has come from Pakistan, in the form of rock salt, a crucial ingredient for the sacred rituals.
Following the consecration of Ramlala, an elaborate Prasad had been arranged for devotees, incorporating offerings made to God after the puja. The rock salt from Pakistan is set to play a vital role in enhancing the flavor and significance of this Prasad.
Diverse materials for the Ram Temple’s puja had been delivered from different regions across India. Nepal also contributed many gifts for Ramlala. The inclusion of rock salt from Pakistan highlights its essential role in rituals, especially during fasting and offerings.
Rock salt, known by various names such as Himalayan pink salt or Lahori salt, is a unique substance found exclusively in Pakistan. Despite strained relations between India and Pakistan, the supply of this salt has persisted due to an agreement signed in the 1950s, ensuring its uninterrupted flow to India.
The Hindu community, especially during fasting and religious ceremonies, exclusively uses rock salt. This salt holds profound religious significance, and its absence affects traditional festival and puja preparations.
Rock salt is also called rock salt, Himalayan pink salt or Lahori salt. Due to deteriorating relations with Pakistan, trade between the two countries has been affected. Even after this this salt keeps coming. In fact, in an agreement signed between India and Pakistan in the 50s, there was an agreement regarding the supply of rock salt without any interruption.
