Still on his head, well-trained in lore Of duty, Ráma’s shoes he bore. The moon-white canopy was spread With flowery twine engarlanded, And jewelled chouries, meet to hold O’er Ráma’s brow, shone bright with gold, Though Nandigráma’s town they neared, Of Ráma yet no sign appeared.

In plain words: Bharat still carries Rama's sandals on his head as a sign of respect, because he ruled only in Rama's name. A white royal umbrella and golden fans are ready for Rama. But as they come near the town of Nandigrama, there is still no sign of Rama.