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The next day, (Sunday) they performed the yearly ritual of bathing Lord Rama. That’s him in the carrier decked out in flowers.

They bless the offerings before bringing Lord Rama

And bathe him by placing him on their heads and fully submersing him. After that, the water from the well is sprinkled on everyone as a blessing.

Worshipers in their fanciest saris leaning over the railing to watch the ritual