The remark was a reference to the sacred Dev Uthani or Prabodhini Ekadashi – that started on November 8 – heralding the awakening of Lord Vishnu. According to Hindu scriptures, it is believed that Lord Vishnu sleeps on Shayan Ekadashi and wakes up on Prabodhini Ekadashi, signifying the beginning of celebrations. And celebratory mood it was. Even though RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, at his rare press conference, sounded a note of “restraint and moderation” to express happiness at the verdict, the exultation was difficult to hide for the cadres who have waited for decades for this moment.