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This Article is From Jan 16, 2024

Highlights: PM Modi Begins 11-Day Special Ritual For Ayodhya's Ram Temple Event

The consecration ceremony or "pran pratishtha" of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya will take place on January 22.

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Updated : January 16, 2024 8:01 am IST

PM Modi will take part in Ram Temple's consecration ceremony in Ayodhya on January 22

New Delhi:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday began an 11-day special ritual ahead of the consecration ceremony or "pran pratishtha" of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, which is scheduled to take place on January 22.

In an emotional message to the nation, PM Modi said that the feeling of "Ram Bhakti" is immersing the whole country in the run-up to the grand event. 

Calling the moment a "blessing of the almighty", he expressed that he is "overwhelmed with emotions".

"As it is said in our scriptures, we have to awaken divine consciousness in ourselves for the Yagya and worship of God. For this, fasts and strict rules have been prescribed in the scriptures, which have to be followed before consecration. Therefore, according to the guidance I have received from some pious souls and great men of the spiritual journey and according to the 'Yama-Niyams' suggested by them, I am starting a special ritual of 11 days from today," the prime minister said in an emotional message to the nation," PM Modi said.

Here are the Highlights on the Ram Temple consecration ceremony:

Jan 15, 2024 23:43 (IST)
On Makar Sankranti, Deepender Hooda, UP Congress Leaders Rush To Ayodhya
Senior leaders of the Uttar Pradesh Congress made a beeline for Ayodhya on Makar Sankranti today, notwithstanding their Central leaders' refusal to attend the Ram temple consecration ceremony.
Jan 15, 2024 23:43 (IST)
Shri Ram Lalla To Enter Sanctum Sanctorum On January 18

Champat Rai, General Secretary of Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust on Monday disclosed crucial details about the upcoming pran prathistha ceremony of Shri Ram Lala in the newly constructed grand Shri Ram temple in Ayodhya.

According to CMO, the program and worship ritual of Shri Ram Lalla in his new grand temple in Ayodhya Dham on January 22 will start from January 16, while the idol which is to be placed in the sanctum sanctorum on January 18.

The Pran Pratishtha program, marking the pran prathistha of Shri Ram Lalla, is slated for January 22, taking place during the auspicious Abhijit Muhurta of Paush Shukla Dwadashi at 12:20 pm.
Jan 15, 2024 22:50 (IST)
Trains Affected For A Week Due To Work On Tracks Ahead Of Ram Temple Event
Ahead of the Ram temple consecration ceremony here, the movement of trains will be affected from January 16 to 22 due to the doubling of tracks and electrification being done on top priority, a senior Railways official said on Monday.
Jan 15, 2024 21:05 (IST)
Centre Strengthens Healthcare Facilities In Ayodhya

The Centre on Monday said it has strengthened the medical facilities in Ayodhya ahead of the consecration ceremony of the Ram temple next week.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to perform the "Pran Pratishtha" of the idol of Lord Ram at the grand temple in Ayodhya on January 22 in the presence of more than 8,000 guests.

Lakhs of devotees are expected to throng the temple from January 23 onwards and elaborate arrangements are being made in the Uttar Pradesh town for the consecration ceremony and the visit of the devotees.

Secretary in the information and broadcasting ministry Apurva Chandra said a 120-bed hospital in Ayodhya has been upgraded and emergency beds have been added to it.
Jan 15, 2024 19:43 (IST)
Ahead Of Consecration Event, AAP Plans 'Sundar Kand' Recitals In Delhi On Tuesdays

In an apparent attempt to counter the BJP's focus on the consecration ceremony at the Ram temple in Ayodhya, the AAP has announced its plan to hold "Sundar Kand" recital programmes across Delhi on Tuesdays.

The consecration ceremony at the Ram temple in Ayodhya will be held on January 22 and Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be present there.

AAP national convener and Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal said he will join a "Sundar Kand" recital event along with his wife in the Rohini area and invited people to attend such programmes to be held near their homes.
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Jan 15, 2024 19:07 (IST)
Actor Ayushmann Khurrana Gets Ram Mandir Inauguration Invite

Ayushmann Khurrana is the latest actor to be invited to attend the 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony of Ram Mandir in Ayodhya on January 22.

He was personally handed over the invite for the ceremony by CA Ajit Pendse, Mumbai Mahanagar Sampark Pramukh of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) in Mumbai.

Several other celebrities including Akshay Kumar, Kangana Ranaut, Tiger Shroff, Jackie Shroff, Hariharan, Rajinikanth, Amitabh Bachchan, Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt and Randeep Hooda have received the invitation for the Ram Mandir 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony in Ayodhya.

Vedic rituals for the Pran-Pratishtha ceremony of Ram Lalla in Ayodhya will begin on January 16, a week before the main ceremony.
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India is fully geared up for the grand 'Pran Pratistha' (consecration ceremony) at Ram Temple in Ayodhya next Monday.
Jan 15, 2024 18:48 (IST)
Mauritians To Light Diya, Recite Ramayana During Ram Temple Inauguration

As the world anticipates the Pran Pratishtha ceremony of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya on January 22, Haymandoyal Dillum, High Commissioner of Mauritius, revealed the grand plans for the Mauritian community to participate in the spiritual event.

The people of this island nation are standing united in celebration of the spiritual milestone unfolding in Ayodhya. They are preparing to light a 'Diya' each in all temples of Mauritius and the verses of the 'Ramayan Path' will echo through the corridors of these temples, creating an atmosphere of devotion and cultural celebration.

Mauritius High Commissioner Dillum said, "There are a lot of temples in Mauritius, and in all the temples, one 'diya' (earthen lamp) will be lit, and 'Ramayan Path' will be recited during that day." This symbolic gesture is poised to create a luminous tapestry across the island nation, reflecting the shared reverence for Lord Ram.
Jan 15, 2024 18:29 (IST)
UP Tightens Security In Ayodhya Ahead Of Ram Temple Opening

With the Ayodhya gearing up for the Pran Pratishtha ceremony at the Ram temple on January 22, the Uttar Pradesh government has tightened security in the city by bolstering surveillance through drones.

The state government has incorporated technologies such as night vision devices (NVD) and CCTV cameras to monitor activities across the city.

Ayodhya IG Praveen Kumar told ANI, "We have tried to incorporate all types of technologies into drones, including NVD, infrared cameras, and CCTV for security."

Additional Superintendent of Police, Pravin Ranjan Singh, said that they are monitoring through drones to catch any unusual activity or things in the city.

"We are doing surveillance through drones to catch any unusual activity or things in the city. We are also observing the roofs of buildings and houses to find any different or odd objects," Mr Singh said.
Jan 15, 2024 18:28 (IST)
Ram Lalla Idol By Mysuru's Arun Yogiraj Selected For Installation At Ram Temple

A new idol of Ram Lalla sculpted by Mysuru-based Arun Yogiraj has been selected for installation at the Ram temple in Ayodhya, temple trust's general secretary Champat Rai said on Monday.

Replying to queries at a press conference here, he said the current idol of Ram Lalla, which is being worshipped for the last 70 years, will also be kept in the sanctum sanctorum of the new temple.

The Ram temple "Pran Pratishtha" (consecration ceremony) is being organised here on January 22, and according to Rai, it will begin at 12:20 pm.
Jan 15, 2024 17:44 (IST)
Dry day in Haryana: Alcohol Ban In Haryana On Ayodhya's Ram Mandir Consecration Day
The Haryana government has declared a 'dry day' on January 22 in view of the 'Pran Pratishtha' (consecration ceremony) at the Ram temple in Ayodhya.
Jan 15, 2024 15:56 (IST)
Ram Temple Inauguration: Trains Movement To Be Affected From Jan 16 To 22

Ahead of the Ram temple consecration ceremony here, the movement of trains will be affected from January 16 to 22 due to doubling of tracks and electrification being done on top priority, a senior Railways official said on Monday.

Ten trains, including Vande Bharat, have been cancelled while 35 trains, including Doon Express, will run on alternate routes. The run of 14 other trains will also be affected.

The Vande Bharat Express running from Ayodhya Cantt to Anand Vihar was earlier cancelled till January 15 for the ongoing works, said Senior Divisional Commercial Manager of Northern Railway, Lucknow Division, Rekha Sharma.
Jan 15, 2024 15:31 (IST)
Yet To Decide On Attending Ram Temple Event, Grateful To Be Invited: Mayawati

BSP supremo Mayawati on Monday said she has received an invitation for the January 22 consecration ceremony at the Ram temple in Ayodhya and is grateful for it, but a decision on attending it has not been taken yet because of certain party programmes.

The Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) is a secular party and respects all religions. "In the future, if any such programme is held regarding the Babri Masjid, our party will have no objection to that also," Mayawati said at a press conference organised here on her 68th birthday.

In 2019, the Supreme Court in its verdict in the Ram Janmabhoomi-Babri Masjid title suit had cleared the way for the temple to be built at the disputed plot of land in Ayodhya where the mosque stood before its demolition.
Jan 15, 2024 14:56 (IST)
Ayodhya To Have India's First Veg-Only 7-Star Hotel
The temple town of Ayodhya is set to get the country's first seven-star luxury hotel that will serve only vegetarian food. It is in this city that the grand Ram temple will be opened next Monday.

A five-star hotel will also be set up by a Mumbai-based real estate firm in Ayodhya. A housing project will be launched too from January 22, the day consecration ceremony will be held at the temple.

The temple's opening has triggered a series of development works in the city, including hotels and housing projects to make it a prominent hub.


Jan 15, 2024 14:55 (IST)
Ahead Of Big Ayodhya Event, Delhi To Organise Sundarkand Path Tomorrow
The 'Sundarkand' segment from the Hindu epic 'Ramayana' will be recited in the Delhi assembly tomorrow, the Aam Aadmi Party government announced today.

AAP leader Saurabh Bharadwaj said 'Sundarkand' and 'Hanuman Chalisa' will be recited in the assembly on the first Tuesday of every month.

The announcement comes ahead of the grand inauguration of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya.
Jan 15, 2024 13:12 (IST)
NDTV Explains: Shankaracharyas "Won't Attend" Ram Temple Event, What Do They Say?
The 'Pran Pratishta', or consecration, of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya - billed by the BJP as a mega-spectacle to be headlined by Prime Minister Narendra Modi ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha election will be attended by over 10,000 special guests from across India, including 100 international dignitaries. However, at least two of four shankaracharyas - the most important Hindu religious leaders - will not, citing failure to follow norms and a "political angle" to an event also criticised by the opposition.

Jan 15, 2024 13:10 (IST)
"Not About Ego...": Why 4 Shankaracharyas Are Likely To Skip Ram Temple Event
In the midst of assertions from opposing factions that the four Shankaracharyas are contemplating skipping the Pran Pratishtha ceremony of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, Swami Nischalanand Saraswati Maharaj, the Shankaracharya of Puri, disclosed that their decision is rooted in the deviation from established traditions during the installation of the Ram Lalla idol.

Speaking to ANI, Swami Nischalanand Maharaj revealed why the four Shankaracharyas are not attending the Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha event.

"The Shankaracharyas uphold their own dignity. This is not about ego. Are we expected to merely sit outside and applaud when the Prime Minister installs the idol of Ram Lalla? The presence of a 'secular' government does not imply the obliteration of tradition," he remarked.

Jan 15, 2024 13:09 (IST)
Madhya Pradesh Declares Dry Day On January 22 To Mark Ram Temple Consecration
As the country gears up to witness the grand 'Pran Pratistha' ceremony at Ayodhya's Ram Temple, the Madhya Pradesh government has decided to observe a 'dry day' on January 22 to mark the auspicious day.

Chief Minister Mohan Yadav announced on Sunday that the state would observe a 'dry day' to mark the 'Pran Pratishtha' of Shri Ram Lalla that will be held at Ram Mandir in Uttar Pradesh's Ayodhya.

"We have decided that January 22 will be a dry day in the entire state... Shops selling any kind of alcohol or any other intoxicating substance would remain closed on that day," Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said while speaking to reporters.



Jan 15, 2024 13:09 (IST)
Eknath Shinde Directs Maharashtra Officers To Ensure Cleanliness Of All Temples
Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Sunday instructed the district collectors to undertake a cleanliness drive at all temples in the state and ensure the change is "visible" within a week, ahead of the consecration of Lord Ram temple in Ayodhya on January 22.

Eknath Shinde gave these instructions at a review meeting chaired by him at his official residence here.

"Prime Minister Narendra Modi has given a call to keep temples clean. The district collectors in Maharashtra should undertake a cleanliness drive across all the temples and decorate them with electric lights. The change should be visible within a week," Mr Shinde said.




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