In this October 2024 update, Vraja Vilas Prabhu shares the latest developments in the construction of Lord Nrsimhadev’s wing, highlighting remarkable progress. The flooring of the Nrsimhadev temple hall is complete, featuring a stunning design using red jasper, yellow Vencia, Baroda green, Vietnam white, and Roso Alicante from Spain, crafted by Sadhvi Dasi and Rangavati Devi Dasi under the direction of Swaha Mataji. The altar is nearly finished, with a beautifully designed prali arch and final touches on the chakra. A dome of Brazilian green marble has been installed, and gold elements, metalwork, and acoustic walls are complete. Four detailed paintings of Lord Nrsimhadev’s pastimes are also set to be installed by October 31.
The temple invites devotees to attend the grand opening of Lord Nrsimhadev’s wing and participate in the Festival of Lights celebration on Diwali, October 31, 2024. Attendees are encouraged to fulfill any pending pledges, and more information is available on the TOVP website.
On March 1-2, 2024, the Nrsimhadeva Wing in the TOVP reached the first milestone and opened for all devotees to view. Now, to celebrate the next milestone of completion of the construction work in the Wing, another grand celebration is scheduled on Diwali, October 31, 2024: Jvala Nrsimhotsava, Festival of Lights for Nrsimhadeva.
This completion celebration will conclude Phase 2 of the Wing which includes the marble walls and columns, intricate flooring with beautiful inlays and more. Phase 3 will include two floors of exhibits and paintings, scheduled to begin some time after the three-month-long TOVP Grand Opening from December, 2026 until Gaura Purnima, 2027.
Included in the Phases 1 and 2 completion is the entire altar, pillars, floor, chandelier, doors, walls, and dome interior. Prior to beginning Phase 3, the next focus is the completion of the main wing of the TOVP which includes the 300’ long altar, in preparation for the relocation of all our beloved Mayapur Deities into Their new home in 2026/27.
The auspicious Diwali completion celebration will also kick off the Kartik Yatra program of HH Radhanath Swami with his disciples. This week-long event will be attended by 10,000+ devotees, and is being facilitated inside the TOVP.
The Jvala Nrsimhotsava schedule is as follows and will be presided over by HH Jayapataka Swami and HH Radhanath Swami:
4:15pm IT / 6:45am US EST – Lord Nrsimha Puspak Vimana Vahana Seva: procession of Nrsimhadeva utsava murti to the TOVP
5:00pm / 7:30am US EST – Grand welcoming of Lord Nrsimhadeva to the TOVP in the Sahasra Deep Mandala
5:15pm / 7:45am US EST – Glorification of Lord Nrsimhadeva with Nrsimha Pancamrta Stotra by Lord Rama Arati
5:30pm / 8:00am US EST – Speeches by HH Jayapataka, HH Radhanatha Swami and others
6:30pm / 9:00am US EST – Nrsimha drama
7:00pm / 9:30am US EST – Maha Arati, offering of dipas and kirtan
7:30pm / 10:00am US EST – Lord Nrsimhadeva returns
Source: http://www.dandavats.com/?p=113114
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