The procession rally in Hajo was a heartwarming case of harmony and peace between Hindus and Muslims.
The occasion of Magh Bihu is cause for celebration across Assam. For the people of the state, it is also an opportunity to express their endeavour of living in peace and harmony with all communities. The procession rally in Hajo was a heartwarming case in point. Hajo is the home of Powa Mecca, a Muslim sacred site, and Hayagriva Madhava Temple, a holy place for both Hindus and Buddhists. Recently, people took part in a procession rally from Powa Mecca to the Hayagriva Madhava Temple. Painuruddin Ahmed, Khadim of Powa Mecca, and Siva Prasad Sarma, head priest of Hayagriva Madhava Temple, exchanged flags and started the procession. “It has been a special occasion for all of us. We the people of Hajo gleefully and proudly take part in the procession to send a message across the globe about communal harmony and brotherhood. Though the world today has witnessed an increase of intolerance among each other in the name of religion, we still believe in that harmony and humanity. We should shun violence and follow God’s teaching on peace,” said Painuruddin Ahmed after the procession. It is said that Powa Mecca was constructed from the soil brought from the city of Mecca. Standing atop the Garurachal Hill, it has the tomb of Pir Giasuddin Auliya, who was the pioneer of Islam in this part of the world. It was built by Sujauddin Mohammed Shah in 1657 AD. Hayagriva Madhava Temple is situated on the Monikut hill. The present temple structure was constructed by the King Raghudeva Narayan in 1583. CS Lama, head priestess of the Guwahati Buddha Vihar also took part in the rally. The locals say that they feel proud to be a part of this unique event. People from different communities visit Powa Mecca and Hayagriva Madhava Temple on normal days as well. Siva Prasad Sarma, head priest of Hayagriva Madhava Temple said that this place is unique in the country for being a supreme example of communal harmony.
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