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Chapter 162  Dakshin Bharata Varsam Part: 5

Day 6: Rajasuya Yagna, Ritual of Sovereignty

Today is the day of Rajasuya Yagna, a ritual of sovereignty and the declaration of the kingship of the Empire.

In this event, the palace grounds were filled with numerous homa's . Vijay, looking at the whole scene from a stage above, saw what looked like bonfires burning throughout the palace grounds. The priests near the homa's chanted mantras and poured ghee with a wooden spoon. As they kept chanting the mantras, the main Homa on the main stage was also lit up. The senior priest, under the watchful eyes of the ministers and family, made both Vijay and Kavya sit down next to the homa. His chanting synchronized with the priests below, and various rituals were performed. Vijay felt a little dazed, feeling unreal. Becoming the emperor of Vijayanagara and now taking his first step to revive the cultural identity of Bharat, which had not been awakened until January 22nd, 2024, was an unreal feeling for him.

With the completion of the ritual by the evening, he went to bed early, as tomorrow was the main day for his coronation.

Day 7: Rajyabhisheka, Coronation.

Vijay woke up early, took a cold bath, paid respect to the Gods, and started dressing up. Today was different because he added more ornaments. He wore the crown of the Vijayanagar Empire, with the Talwar gifted from the Maratha royal family, along with a sengol from Tamil Nadu and ornaments from different parts of the Empire. This signified his acceptance of all cultures and practices born of this land. A saffron tilaka adorned Vijay's forehead, and his shoulders were covered with three lines of vibhuti (ash-coloured powder). Vijay's eyes were blazing with confidence. His aura had changed quite a bit since his rebirth, from a thoughtful and diplomatic king to an experienced and majestic emperor. He left the room with graceful and measured steps, the ornaments in his attire making a majestic noise. As he stepped out, he was greeted by Kavya, who had just gotten out herself. She was wearing a stunning red Kanchi silk saree with golden patterns stitched on it, and she wore the queen's crown, adorned with exquisite jewellery.

Vijay walked towards her with graceful steps, stretching out his hand. Without hesitation, Kavya took his hand, and they proceeded to the main hall. The drums in the palace hall rang out, signifying the arrival of the emperor and the queen. As soon as the minister's and his family saw them, they quickly knelt down in reverence. Both Vijay and Kavya looked like embodiments of the divine. The coronation procession began similarly to the first day, with the only noticeable change being the heightened excitement of the people. More spectators gathered, with some even standing on distant buildings to catch a glimpse of the procession. Fortunately, sniper rifles were not invented yet, and security checks for weapons had been done.

After the procession, they returned to the palace grounds, and Vijay completed his coronation by taking an oath. He pledged to uphold Dharma, Artha, Kama, and Moksha for the people of Dakshin Bharatiya Varsham. It was a similar oath to the one he took when he inherited the Vijayanagar Empire from his ancestors, with just a few differences in the details.

For the final step, Vijay established the national deity, essentially representing the spirit of the nation. Many people didn't fully comprehend this, as Vijay chose Bengaluru for the Pran Pratishtha, marking the establishment of the new deity. Vijay had contemplated changing the capital from Hampi to Bengaluru for a long time but had faced constant conflicts because of the wars over the prolonged duration. With the current period of relative peace, he opted to initiate the shift by inaugurating the national spirit in the new capital.

Vijay quickly reached Bengaluru and an idol made of posupu (turmeric) was shaped into a female goddess. Hindus believe that everything in the world is a part of the divine, and anything could be a god if a person can see the god in that existence. Posupu was used because it is a beloved item of female goddesses. After the Prana Pratishtha, the pooja for the newly inaugurated goddess took place, symbolizing the spirit of Bharat, the idol of Bharat Mata (Mother India). With the ceremony completed, Vijay rose up and decided to give a speech to the people.

" My People, Children of the Dakshina Barathiya Empire!

We stand upon the dawn of a new era, bathed in the golden light of our ancestors' wisdom and the hopeful flame of our future. Today, we declare to the world: the spirit of Bhartiya civilization, like the eternal Ganga, shall not be quelled, but renewed!

Ours is a legacy etched in the stars, a symphony of knowledge and culture resonating down the millennia. From the snow-capped peaks of the Himalayas to the sun-kissed shores of the southern seas, our civilization has stood as a beacon of human ingenuity.

Remember the towering temples of stone and poetry, whispers of a time when science danced with spirituality, birthing wonders like the zero and the decimal system. Recall the epics of the Ramayana and Mahabharata, echoing across generations, their timeless lessons guiding us even now. Remember the wisdom of Patanjali, the grace of Bharatanatyam, and the tapestry of languages painting our history in vibrant hues.

Yet, people of the empire, we cannot deny the shadows that crept across our path. Wars, invasions, divisions – these stains upon our tapestry remind us of the fragility of unity. We faltered, forgetting the essence of "Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam", the world as one family.

But despair not! For within every setback lies the seed of a greater rise. Today, we pluck that seed from the fertile soil of our past and plant it firmly in the future. This coronation is not just of a king and queen, but of a new Bhartiya spirit, awakened and ablaze!

This spirit whispers of a Dakshina Barathiya Empire where knowledge flows freely like the mighty Kaveri, nourishing every mind. Where the artisans' chisel and the farmer's hand, the scholar's quill and the soldier's shield, together weave a tapestry of progress. Where every voice, from the bustling marketplace to the quiet villages, finds its echo in the halls of power.

Our path will be paved with the values that have sustained us for millennia: Dharma, the righteous path; Artha, prosperity for all; Kama, the pursuit of joy; and Moksha, liberation from ignorance. These are the cornerstones upon which we build a nation where:

Every child, regardless of origin, finds a cradle of education to nurture their dreams.

Every field blooms with the sweat of honest labour, ensuring abundance for all.

Justice flows like the monsoons, cleansing society of corruption and inequality.

The arts flourish, celebrating our unique cultural tapestry and enriching the world.

Innovation thrives, harnessing the power of knowledge to conquer disease, poverty, and ignorance.

My subjects, to realize this vision requires not just my hand, but yours. Let us join hands, Scholars and farmers, merchants and warriors, women and men, united in a single purpose. Let us revive the spirit of Bhartiya civilization, not through empty nostalgia, but through a vibrant present and a future forged in unity and action.

Together, we will make Dakshina Barathiya Empire not just a land of wealth and power, but a beacon of light for the world, a living testament to the eternal flame of our civilization. Today, we do not merely crown a king and queen, but a nation reawakened, rising with the sun, ready to illuminate the world!" Finally, after the speech, Vijay let out the loudest roar, encouraging the crowd to join in. The excitement within them was palpable, with many on the verge of boiling over as they shook in anticipation.

"Jai Dakshina Bharatiya Varsham! Bharat Mata ki!"

The ministers screamed, "Jai!"

"Bharat Mata ki !"

The farmers shouted, "Jai!"

"Bharat Mata ki !"

The merchants echoed, "Jai!"

"Bharat Mata ki !"

The scholars cheered, "Jai!"

"Bharat Mata ki !"

The soldiers roared, "Jai!"

"Bharat Mata ki !"

The labourers yelled, "Jai!"

"Bharat Mata ki !"

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"Bharat Mata ki !"

The citizens resounded, "Jai!"

The historic event that would be talked about for centuries ended like this. Future historians would call this week, The week that started the revival of an ancient civilization, which would exist for the rest of human life until their gradual evolution when they no longer needed the faith that guided humans from the birth of the species to an intergalactic species. The Bharatiya civilization, which was nearly extinguished, was rekindled by the Emperor of Akhand Bharat, Vijay Devaraya. Many adversities did not extinguish it; kingdoms changed, empires changed, governments changed, but civilization and culture persisted.

That special day would also be known as the revival day in the history of civilization. The seven days leading to the great day would be celebrated as an annual event for centuries to come. Although some little details changed, the whole intent behind the celebration remained the same.