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A student at the University of Leicester surprised onlookers by touching a teacher’s feet and chanting ‘Jai Siya Ram’ during a recent convocation ceremony. The student, dressed in convocation attire, approached the teacher and bowed down to touch their feet—an ancient Indian custom symbolising deep respect and gratitude.
The act was met with a mixture of surprise and applause from the audience, as many were unfamiliar with the cultural significance of the gesture.
The student’s chant of ‘Jai Siya Ram,’ a phrase associated with reverence for Lord Ram, added a spiritual dimension to the event.
The video shared on social media platform X had the caption, “Be proud of your roots, values and culture – Student touches feet of the teacher and chants ‘Jai Siya Ram’ at Convocation Ceremony in Leicester, UK.”
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The video has since gone viral on social media, drawing praise and admiration from viewers worldwide. Netizens have applauded the student for promoting cultural exchange and understanding through their actions.
One user wrote, “Do not shy away of your root !” Another added, “Nice to see the younger generation Hindus too taking pride in their wonderful roots, values and culture.”
A third user, beaming with pride, commented, “#AFirst & not the last !!This is what happens when collective pride & joy spreads! When the youth see the power of Hindus coming together & the sheer sttength it can provide.”
