After the momentous Pran Pratistha ceremony held at Ayodhya Ram Mandir on Monday, the eagerly awaited moment for the public to witness the grandeur of the Ram Janmabhoomi temple is finally here. The consecration ceremony, attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other prominent dignitaries, marked a historic occasion for the nation.
The doors of the Ram Janmabhoomi temple will open for public darshan starting from Tuesday, January 23. The Pran Pratistha ceremony, which took place on January 22, saw the participation of VIP guests who offered prayers to the Ram Lalla idol.
The 51-inch-tall idol of Ram Lalla, skillfully crafted by sculptor Arun Yogiraj from Mysuru, added a touch of divine beauty to the ceremony. Around 7,000 VVIPS from various fields, including actors, industrialists, and sportspersons, graced the occasion, turning the temple town of Ayodhya into a hub of religious fervor.
The Ram Temple stands as a marvel in the conventional Nagara architectural style. Spanning approximately 380 feet in the east-west direction, with a width of 250 feet and an impressive height of 161 feet, the temple compound is a testament to India’s rich architectural heritage.
Prior to the Pran Pratistha ceremony, Prime Minister Modi observed an 11-day ‘anushthan,’ following a rigorous spiritual routine. Sleeping on the floor and nourishing himself with coconut water, he performed the rituals with dedication. His spiritual journey also included visits to various temples across the country, setting a tone of religious sanctity.
Addressing the gathering at the temple after the rituals, PM Modi congratulated the people on the inauguration and urged them to “lay the foundation of India for the next 1,000 years.” Following the address, he offered prayers at the Kuber Tila Shiva temple, an ancient Shiv temple within the Ram Janmabhoomi complex, currently undergoing renovation by the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust. Additionally, PM Modi unveiled the Jatayu statue at the temple, adding to the spiritual significance of the occasion.
As the doors open for public darshan, people from all walks of life are expected to converge at the Ayodhya Ram Mandir, witnessing the culmination of a long-standing dream and celebrating the architectural and spiritual marvel that is the Ram Janmabhoomi temple.
