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PM Modi led rituals at the Pran Pratishtha ceremony in the sanctum sanctorum of the grand Ram Temple in Ayodhya.
Updated : Jan 23, 2024, 12:20 AM IST
Ayodhya Ram Mandir LIVE Updates: The idol of Ram Lalla was unveiled on Monday at Shri Ram Janmaboomi Temple in Ayodhya in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He led rituals at the Pran Pratishtha ceremony in the sanctum sanctorum of the grand temple. The ceremony is being held in an atmosphere of a deep sense of devotion.
The day started with a morning puja followed by the Pran Pratishtha of Ram Lalla in 'Mrigashira Nakshatra', which started around 12.30 pm and end at 1 pm. The ceremony witnessed the esteemed presence of PM Modi, Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh chief Mohan Bhagwat, Governor Anandiben Patel, and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, among other dignitaries. People from all walks of life including representatives of various tribal communities also attended the ceremony.
Over 8,000 guests were invited to the ceremony at the grand temple. The historic Pran Pratishtha ceremony was attended by representatives of all major spiritual and religious sects of the country. People from all walks of life including representatives of various tribal communities will also attend the ceremony. PM Modi also addressed this distinguished gathering on the occasion.
Prime Minister also interacted with shramjeevis associated with the construction of Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Mandir. He also visited the Kuber Tila, where the ancient Mandir of Bhagwan Shiv has been restored. The magnificent Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Mandir is constructed in traditional Nagara style. Its length (east-west) is 380 feet; width 250 feet and height is 161 feet; and is supported by a total of 392 pillars and 44 doors.
The ceremonial journey leading up to the Pran Pratishtha included a seven-day ritual that commenced on January 16, 2024, following the classical traditions. Vedic rituals for the Pran-Pratishtha ceremony of Ram Lalla in Ayodhya began on January 16, a week before the main ceremony. Special guests from cricket world, film world, saint society, politics, art, literature and culture and other fields have also been invited for the ceremony. Vedic rituals for the Pran-Pratishtha ceremony of Ram Lalla in Ayodhya began on January 16, a week before the main ceremony.
Check here all the highlights of the Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha ceremony held on January 22.
(with inputs from ANI)
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रामज्योति! #RamJyoti pic.twitter.com/DTxg2QquTT
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 22, 2024
Laser and light show depicting Lord Ram at the Ayodhya Ram Temple after 'Pran Pratishtha' of Ram Lalla.
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WATCH 'Sandhya Aarti' being performed at Saryu Ghat in Ayodhya after Ram temple 'Pran Pratishtha'. pic.twitter.com/5uAsM3tmya
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Saryu ghat illuminated with hundreds of diyas after Ayodhya Ram temple 'Pran Pratishtha'
WATCH Saryu ghat illuminated with hundreds of diyas after Ayodhya Ram temple 'Pran Pratishtha' pic.twitter.com/caYQx815MF
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'The darshan of Ram Lalla will begin tomorrow...:' Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Chief Priest, Acharya Satyendra Das after 'Pran Pratishtha'
WATCH "The darshan of Ram Lalla will begin tomorrow...," says Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Chief Priest, Acharya Satyendra Das after 'Pran Pratishtha'. pic.twitter.com/EEgMOZ8x3H
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"It's a wonderful experience. Day made for the people of entire India." Telugu star Chiranjeevi
WATCH Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh | Telugu star Chiranjeevi says, "It's a wonderful experience. Day made for the people of entire India." pic.twitter.com/1z73yMklyb
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"I attended the program today as I was invited," he says.
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"I attended the program today as I was invited," he says. pic.twitter.com/ncKFDGsXuL
WATCH | PM Modi offers prayers before Lord Shiva in Ayodhya Dham pic.twitter.com/hoh6BF3ej8
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The idol was unveiled at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya during the Pran Pratishtha ceremony.
PM Narendra Modi offers prayers to Ram Lalla. The idol was unveiled at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya during the Pran Pratishtha ceremony. pic.twitter.com/5pTVU0aqHN
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Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal conveyed his wishes on the consecration of Ram Lalla in Ayodhya Ram Mandir and wrote on 'X', Hearty congratulations and best wishes to all of you on this sacred occasion of installation in the grand temple of Maryada Purushottam Lord Shri Ram. Jai Siya Ram.
मर्यादा पुरुषोत्तम भगवान श्रीराम के भव्य मंदिर में प्रतिष्ठापन के इस पवित्र अवसर पर आप सभी को हार्दिक बधाईयाँ और शुभकामनाएँ।
— Arvind Kejriwal (@ArvindKejriwal) January 22, 2024
जय सिया राम। pic.twitter.com/txcYK4gF5k
PM Narendra Modi says, "This is a temple of national consciousness in the form of Ram. Ram is the faith of India, Ram is the foundation of India. Ram is the idea of India, Ram is the law of India...Ram is the prestige of India, Ram is the glory of India...Ram is the leader and Ram is the policy. Ram is eternal...When Ram is honoured, its effect does not last for years or centuries, its effect is for thousands of years..."
PM Modi says, "Today, I also apologise to Lord Shri Ram. There must be something lacking in our effort, sacrifice, and penance that we could not do this work for so many centuries. Today the work has been completed. I believe that Lord Shri Ram will definitely forgive us today..."
PM Modi addresses people after Pran Pratishtha ceremony at the Shri Ram Janmaboomi Temple in Ayodhya
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat addresses people after Pran Pratishtha ceremony at Ram Janmaboomi Temple in Ayodhya
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath says, "The entire country has become 'Rammay'. It seems that we have entered Treta Yug..."
PM Modi breaks his fast after the ‘Pran Pratishtha’ ceremony at the Shri Ram Janmaboomi Temple in Ayodhya.
PM Modi performs 'aarti' of Ram Lalla idol at the Shri Ram Janmaboomi Temple in Ayodhya
PM Modi, RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, UP CM Yogi and Governor Ananadiben Patel offer prayers to Ram Lalla. The idol was unveiled at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya during the Pran Pratishtha ceremony.
Ram Temple Pran Pratishtha ceremony underway in Ayodhya in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat
Flower petals being showered down from a helicopter over Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple premises in Ayodhya.
Megastar Amitabh Bachchan and his son Abhishek Bachchan have reached the temple to take part in the ceremony. Actor Kangana Ranaut and director Madhur Bhandarkar also arrived on the temple premises. Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Vicky Kaushal, Ayushmann Khurrana, Kangana Ranaut, Katrina Kaif, Jackie Shroff and Asha Bhosle, among others, will also be attending the ceremony
To watch the entire event live, tune in to DD News, or for international viewers, Doordarshan National's YouTube channel will provide coverage with 40 cameras strategically placed around Ayodhya, broadcasting in 4K.