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Assam ministers to visit Ayodhya Ram Temple on February 22

January 23, 2024, 12:42 pm

All Assam ministers are set to embark on a collective visit to Ayodhya on February 22, where they will seek darshan of Ram Lalla, announced State Tourism Minister Jayanta Malla Baruah. Expressing gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and extending greetings to the nation on the occasion of Pran Pratishtha of Ram Lalla at Ayodhya, the state cabinet marked the auspicious event with a series of decisions.

During the cabinet meeting, Minister Baruah revealed that approval was granted for the promotion of eligible Assistant Professors in provincialized colleges of the state. The cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, emphasized its appreciation for PM Modi’s role in the significant occasion.

On Republic Day, state ministers are slated to hoist national flags in various districts as part of the celebratory events. Additionally, the cabinet greenlit the Swahid Kanaklata Baruah State University Bill for establishment in Gohpur, to be introduced in the upcoming assembly session.

In a bid to foster comprehensive development in the Bodoland Territorial Council areas, the cabinet approved Rs 400 crore under the SOPD-G scheme. Other approvals included the Assam Public Examination (Measures for Prevention of Unfair Means in Recruitment) Bill, 2024, aimed at curbing unfair practices during examinations, de-reserving VGR/PGR land in Golaghat, and land settlement in favor of landless individuals in 10 districts under Mission Basundhara 2.0.

Thousands of Devotees Flock to Ayodhya’s Ram Temple Following PM’s Consecration Rituals

January 23, 2024, 11:59 am

Ayodhya witnesses an influx of thousands of devotees as the Ram Temple opens to the public after the grand consecration ceremony led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The ‘pran pratishtha’ rituals, featuring PM Modi’s prostration before the Ram Lalla idol, marked a historic occasion attended by dignitaries, politicians, and celebrities.

In anticipation of the temple’s public opening, massive crowds gathered at the temple premises as early as 3 am. The gates will welcome devotees from 7 am to 11:30 am and then reopen from 2 pm to 7 pm, offering ample opportunities for ‘darshan.’

The consecration ceremony, broadcasted nationwide, saw the presence of key figures, including Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, and RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat. PM Modi shared his emotions on Twitter, describing the moment as extraordinary and expressing his joy in being part of the divine program.

Following the rituals, PM Modi addressed a gathering of around 8,000 individuals, comprising seers, Ram Janmabhoomi movement associates, and celebrities. His visit extended to Kuber Tila, where he interacted with workers involved in the temple’s construction.

While senior BJP leaders, such as JP Nadda and Union Home Minister Amit Shah, observed the event through live streaming, Opposition leaders chose to abstain, labeling it an “RSS-BJP event” during the preceding political skirmish. BJP-run states declared a holiday to enable people to witness the ceremony on TV and participate in local temple events.

The atmosphere in Ayodhya was further enriched by a devotional “Mangal Dhwani,” featuring 50 traditional musical instruments from across the country. The construction of the Ram Temple concludes a prolonged legal battle, with the Supreme Court ruling in favor of the temple in November 2019.

In a poignant address, PM Modi declared the consecration of Ram Lalla’s idol as the dawn of a new era, emphasizing unity and humility. He urged critics to reconsider their views, asserting that Ram symbolizes energy, not fire, and represents a solution, not a dispute. The temple, according to PM Modi, signifies India’s peace, patience, and mutual harmony, embodying the nation’s maturity in resolving historical disputes. The invocation of ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’ underscored the temple’s significance as a symbol of peace, patience, harmony, and global unity in Indian society.

Ayodhya’s Joy Reverberates in Srinagar: Special Puja at Shankaracharya Temple Marks ‘Pran Pratishtha’ Celebrations

January 22, 2024, 4:27 pm

As ‘Jai Shri Ram’ chants resonate in Ayodhya, the jubilant atmosphere extends to Srinagar, where thousands flock to the Shankaracharya Temple, uniting in celebrations for the ‘Pran Pratishtha’ of Shri Ram Lalla at his sacred birthplace. The elation, shared nationwide, is exemplified in Srinagar as devotees from diverse backgrounds come together for a special puja organized by Darma Trust at the historic temple.

The head priest of the Raghunath Temple, Darshan Kumar Sharma, expressed the significance of the day, emphasizing the 500-year wait and the Supreme Court’s decision affirming the construction of a grand Ram Temple in Ayodhya. “Shri Ram-ji transcends all geographical boundaries. He belongs to everyone,” he declared, detailing a special puja at the ancient Raghunath Temple in Barbarshah, Srinagar, marking the ‘Pran Pratishtha’ of Prabhu Shri Ram Lalla at his majestic Ayodhya abode.

The event, organized by the Jammu and Kashmir Dharmarth Trust, drew participants from various backgrounds, showcasing unity and communal amity. Dr. Karan Singh-ji, the trustee of the historic temple, extended his good wishes for peace, happiness, and prosperity in Kashmir. A Havan, a Hindu ritual for peace and brotherhood worldwide, was held, reinforcing the theme of joy and harmony.

A devotee, journeying from Malaysia to partake in the celebrations at the Shankaracharya Temple, struggled to contain her overwhelming joy. Expressing gratitude for being present on this historic occasion, she likened the experience to visiting family and loved ones, noting the rarity of such celebrations in Malaysia.

Speaking on the grand opening of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, the devotee described it as a momentous occasion in history, expressing a profound sense of empowerment among fellow celebrants. The widespread joy and festivities encapsulate the essence of unity, devotion, and the historic ‘Pran Pratishtha’ ceremony in Ayodhya.

Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal attends bhandaras on Ram Lalla Pran Pratistha day

January 22, 2024, 3:28 pm

As people nationwide commemorated the ‘Pran Pratistha’ of Ram Lalla in Ayodhya, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal actively participated in ‘bhandaras’ organized across the national capital. In posts on X, Kejriwal shared pictures of himself worshipping at a temple and later engaging in the community-wide food distribution program, known as ‘bhandaras,’ conducted on special occasions.

Offering his congratulations and best wishes on this sacred occasion in another X post, Kejriwal highlighted the historic significance of the Pran Pratistha ceremony of Lord Ram in the newly constructed Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Mandir in Ayodhya. The ceremony, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, took place at 12:29 pm, following a seven-day ritual that began on January 16, 2024.

The Pran Pratistha ceremony saw the participation of representatives from major spiritual and religious sects, along with individuals from diverse backgrounds, including various tribal communities. Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the gathering, expressing joy that Ram Lalla would no longer reside in a tent but in the grand temple.

“After centuries of unprecedented patience, countless sacrifices, renunciations, and penances, our Prabhu Ram has come,” remarked the Prime Minister. He added, “Ram Lalla will not stay in a tent now. He will stay in the grand temple.”

Following the Pran Pratistha rituals, the idol of Ram Lalla was unveiled at the Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Mandir. The temple, constructed in traditional Nagara style, boasts dimensions of 380 feet in length (east-west), 250 feet in width, and 161 feet in height, supported by 392 pillars and 44 doors. The intricately sculpted pillars and walls showcase depictions of Hindu deities, gods, and goddesses, with the main sanctum sanctorum housing the idol of Shri Ramlalla.

Devotees dance, celebrate Ram Lalla’s Pran Pratishtha at Wadala Ram Temple, Mumbai

January 22, 2024, 1:59 pm

After the unveiling of the idol of Ram Lalla at Shri Ram Janmaboomi Temple in Ayodhya on Monday, devotees outside the Wadala Ram Temple in Mumbai celebrated the Pran Pratishtha of Ram Lalla by dancing and bursting crackers. The idol of Lord Ram was revealed in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who led rituals at the Pran Pratishtha ceremony in the sanctum sanctorum of the grand temple.

The ceremony unfolded in an atmosphere filled with a deep sense of devotion. Indian Air Force (IAF) helicopters showered flower petals over Shri Ram Janmaboomi Temple premises in Ayodhya as the idol of Ram Lalla was unveiled. Devotees and guests enthusiastically chanted ‘Jai Sri Ram’ during the ceremony. RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat, Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel, and state Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath were among the dignitaries present.

The historic event, attended by representatives from major spiritual and religious sects, as well as people from various walks of life and tribal communities, witnessed the Prime Minister addressing the distinguished gathering. PM Modi interacted with shramjeevis associated with the construction of Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Mandir and visited Kuber Tila, where the ancient temple of Lord Shiv has been restored.

The Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Mandir, constructed in traditional Nagara style, boasts dimensions of 380 feet (east-west) in length, 250 feet in width, and 161 feet in height, supported by a total of 392 pillars and 44 doors. The pillars and walls intricately depict sculpted representations of Hindu deities, gods, and goddesses. The main sanctum sanctorum at the ground floor houses the idol of Shri Ramlalla, representing the childhood form of Bhagwan Shri Ram.

The Mandir complex includes various halls (Mandaps) like Nritya Mandap, Rang Mandap, Sabha Mandap, Prathana Mandap, and Kirtan Mandap. Nearby is a historic well (Sita koop) dating back to ancient times. The southwestern part of the complex, Kuber Tila, features the restored ancient temple of Bhagwan Shiv, along with a statue of Jatayu.

The foundation of the Mandir is constructed with a 14-meter-thick layer of roller-compacted concrete (RCC), providing an appearance of artificial rock, with no use of iron throughout. For protection against ground moisture, a 21-foot-high plinth has been constructed using granite. The Mandir complex incorporates a sewage treatment plant, water treatment plant, water supply for fire safety, and an independent power station, showcasing the use of traditional and indigenous technology in its construction.

Ayodhya Ram Mandir Live Updates: Pran Pratishtha Ceremony Completed, Ram Lalla Idol Consecrated – PM Modi Addresses the Historic Moment

January 22, 2024, 10:47 am

In a historic moment anticipated for decades, the consecration of the Ram temple in Ayodhya is set to take place in the coming hours. This monumental achievement, representing a 50-year endeavor by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), has been eagerly awaited by millions across the nation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in Ayodhya, ready to partake in the ‘grand pran pratishta’ ceremony that will signify the sanctification of the sacred site.

#WATCH | Ayodhya: Pran Pratishtha ceremony of Ram Lalla at Shri Ram Janmaboomi Temple concludes.#RamMandirPranPrathistha pic.twitter.com/7j6vLrWgSy

— ANI (@ANI) January 22, 2024

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi showers flower petals on the workers who were a part of the construction crew at Ram Temple in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh.
Sadhus visit Shri Ram Janmabhoomi temple in Ayodhya after Ram Lala’s ‘Pran Pratishtha’ ceremony
PM Modi greets Ram Temple ‘Pran Pratishtha’ program attendees in Ayodhya Reliance Industries Chairman and MD Mukesh Ambani & his wife Nita Ambani, former PM HD Deve Gowda and his son HD Kumaraswamy are among the attendees
‘We have to now lay foundation of India of next 1,000 years’, says PM Modi from Ram Temple in Ayodhya after Pran Pratishtha
Prime Minister 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…”
Ram temple’s construction reflection of Indian society’s maturity; it’s an occasion of not merely triumph but humility too: PM Modi
PM Narendra Modi says, “I got the opportunity to travel from Sagar to Saryu. From Sagar to Saryu, the same festive spirit of Ram’s name is visible everywhere…”
Prime Minister Narendra Modi says, “I have firm belief and immense faith that today, the devotees of Prabhu Ram are completely absorbed in this historic moment…the devotees of Prabhu Ram, in every corner of the country and the world, are deeply feeling this…This moment is divine, this moment is the holiest of all…”
‘Ram isn’t fire, he is energy; Ram isn’t a problem, he is the solution’, says PM Modi from Ram Temple in Ayodhya after Pran Pratishtha
Prime Minister Narendra Modi says, “…In that period, the separation lasted only for 14 years…In this era, Ayodhya and the countrymen have endured hundreds of years of separation. Many of our generations have suffered this separation…”
PM Narendra Modi says, “…The legal battle over the existence of Lord Ram went on for decades. I would like to express my gratitude to the judiciary of India for doing justice…”
Prime Minister Narendra Modi says, “Today, I also apologize 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…”
Prime Minister Narendra Modi says, “The sunrise of 22nd January has brought a wonderful glow. January 22, 2024, is not a date written on the calendar. It is the origin of a new time cycle…”
“Lord Ram has finally arrived (in his abode) following the wait of centuries. After the patience that we showed for centuries and the sacrifices we made, our Lord Ram has finally arrived,” says PM after Pran Pratishtha ceremony in Ayodhya.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses the Nation. PM Modi says, “Ram Lalla will not stay in a tent now. He will stay in the grand temple…”
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives in Ayodhya to participate in the Ram Temple Pran Pratishtha ceremony.
PM Narendra Modi breaks his fast after the ‘Pran Pratishtha’ ceremony at the Shri Ram Janmaboomi Temple in Ayodhya.
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat addresses people after the ‘Pran Pratishtha’ ceremony at the Shri Ram Janmaboomi Temple in Ayodhya.
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath says, “The temple has been built where we have resolved to build it…”.
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath says, “Now the streets of Ayodhya won’t echo with gunshots. There will be no curfew. Now there will be Deepotsav and Ramotsav here. Shri Ram’s name ‘Sankirtan’ will echo in the streets because the establishment of Ram Lalla here is the announcement of Ram Rajya…”
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath says, “The entire country has become ‘Rammay’. It seems that we have entered Treta Yug…”
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath says, “I welcome PM Modi, RSS chief Dr Mohan Bhagwat and other dignitaries present here…”
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath addresses people after the ‘Pran Pratishtha’ ceremony at the Shri Ram Janmaboomi Temple in Ayodhya.
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath presents a replica of Ayodhya’s Ram temple to PM Narendra Modi at the Shri Ram Janmaboomi Temple in Ayodhya.
PM Narendra Modi to shortly address the gathering at the Shri Ram Janmaboomi Temple in Ayodhya.
PM Narendra Modi takes blessings from ‘sadhus’ at the Shri Ram Janmaboomi Temple in Ayodhya.
PM Modi performs ‘Dandavat Pranam’ at the Shri Ram Janmaboomi Temple in Ayodhya.
Ayodhya: Pran Pratishtha ceremony of Ram Lalla at Shri Ram Janmaboomi Temple concludes.
“Beginning of Ram Rajya”: Bageshwar Dham’s Dhirendra Shastri ahead of Pran Pratishtha ceremony
PM Narendra Modi performs the ‘aarti’ of Ram Lalla idol at the Shri Ram Janmaboomi Temple in Ayodhya
Ram Lalla idol at the Shri Ram Janmaboomi Temple in Ayodhya
PM Narendra Modi offers prayers to Ram Lalla. The idol was unveiled at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya during the pranpratishtha ceremony.
PM Narendra Modi, RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, UP CM Yogi Adityanath, and Governor Ananadiben Patel offer prayers to Ram Lalla. The idol was unveiled at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya during the pran pratishtha ceremony.
First visuals of the Ram Lalla idol at the Shri Ram Janmaboomi Temple in Ayodhya

#WATCH | First visuals of the Ram Lalla idol at the Shri Ram Janmaboomi Temple in Ayodhya pic.twitter.com/E0VIhkWu4g

— ANI (@ANI) January 22, 2024

Choppers shower flower petals over Shri Ram Janmaboomi Temple premises in Ayodhya as the idol of Ram Lalla is unveiled in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
The idol of Ram Lalla unveiled at Shri Ram Janmaboomi Temple in Ayodhya in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
PM Modi takes part in Ganesha puja amidst chanting of mantras.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi leads rituals at the Shri Ram Janmaboomi Temple in Ayodhya.
Ram Temple Pran Pratishtha ceremony underway in Ayodhya in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat
Chief Yajman and PM Narendra Modi entered Ram Temple premises carrying puja samagri for the consecration ceremony, He is now performing rituals at the Shri Ram Janmaboomi Temple in Ayodhya.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives at Shri Ram Janmaboomi Temple in Ayodhya to participate in the Ram Temple Pran Pratishtha ceremony

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives at Shri Ram Janmaboomi Temple in Ayodhya to participate in the Ram Temple Pran Pratishtha ceremony pic.twitter.com/pmHLCIh127

— ANI (@ANI) January 22, 2024

Flower petals being showered down from a helicopter over Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple premises in Ayodhya.

BJP national president JP Nadda offers prayers at Delhi’s Jhandewalan temple on the occasion of Shri Ram Mandir Pran Pratistha in Ayodhya today.
Reliance Industries chairperson Mukesh Ambani, founder and chairperson of Reliance Foundation Nita Ambani arrive at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya to attend the Ram Temple Pran Pratishtha ceremony
Singer-composer Shankar Mahadevan sings Ram Bhajan at Shri Ram Janmaboomi Temple in Ayodhya ahead of the Pran Pratishtha ceremony.
Singer Anuradha Paudwal sings Ram Bhajan at Shri Ram Janmaboomi Temple in Ayodhya ahead of the Pran Pratishtha ceremony.
Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar arrives at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya to attend the Ram Temple Pran Pratishtha ceremony.

Singer Sonu Nigam sings ‘Ram Siya Ram’ at Shri Ram Janmaboomi Temple in Ayodhya before the Pran Pratishtha ceremony.
“Amazing, unforgettable, supernatural moment”: Yogi Adityanath greets people on reaching Shri Ram Janambhoomi Mandir

Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh | Union Minister Anupriya Patel says, “No country can prosper without preserving one’s culture and heritage. Our government, under the leadership of PM Modi, is continuously inspiring us to preserve our culture and take pride in our heritage. Lord Ram is the symbol of our culture…”
Ram Lalla idol sculptor, Arun Yogiraj says “I feel I am the luckiest person on the earth now. The blessing of my ancestors, family members and Lord Ram Lalla has always been with me. Sometimes I feel like I am in a dream world…”
Akash Ambani, Chairman of Reliance Jio Infocomm Ltd along with his wife Shloka Mehta, arrives at Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya to attend the Pran Pratishtha ceremony He says, “This day will be written in the pages of history, we are happy to be here.”
Actors Amitabh Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya to attend the Ram Temple Pran Pratishtha ceremony.
Superstar Rajinikanth arrives at Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya to attend the Pran Pratishtha ceremony.
Aerial visuals of Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya ahead of the Pran Pratishtha ceremony.

#WATCH | Aerial visuals of Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya ahead of the Pran Pratishtha ceremony. pic.twitter.com/ZQClwph8MG

— ANI (@ANI) January 22, 2024

Bollywood actor Jackie Shroff arrives at Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya to attend the Pran Pratishtha ceremony.

Aditya Birla Group chairman, Kumar Mangalam Birla and Ananya Birla at Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya to attend the Ram Temple Pran Pratishtha ceremony.
Actors Madhuri Dixit Nene, Vicky Kaushal, Katrina Kaif, Ayushmann Khurrana, Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, and filmmaker Rohit Shetty arrive at Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya to attend the Pran Pratishtha ceremony.
Guru Ramdev arrives at Ayodhya. Ramdev Baba says, “We came here when Ram Lalla was in a tent. Today, a grand temple is coming up. A new history of Sanatana is being created today. With the pran pratishtha at Ram Temple, a new beginning of ‘Ram Rajya’ is taking place…”
Actor Chiranjeevi arrives at Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya to attend the Pran Pratishtha ceremony.
Dressed in a white kurta-pajama, megastar Amitabh Bachchan was spotted in a car outside the Mumbai airport on Monday morning before he left for Ayodhya.
Cricketer Sachin Tendulkar waved at photographers as he left Mumbai for Ayodhya. The cricket legend was among the several VIPs invited for the Pran Pratishtha ceremony at the Ram Temple.

Grand Ceremony Planned for Ayodhya Ram Mandir Inauguration on January 22

January 20, 2024, 6:23 pm

In a historic moment eagerly awaited by Hindus worldwide, the Ayodhya Ram Mandir is set to be inaugurated on January 22, 2024. The birthplace of Lord Rama, Ayodhya, is preparing for a grand ceremony that will witness Prime Minister Narendra Modi consecrating the idol of Lord Ram lalla in the newly constructed temple.

The construction of the Ram Mandir has been a centuries-old aspiration, marred by disputes, particularly with the Babri Masjid. However, a pivotal moment came in 2019 when the Supreme Court of India granted land to the Ram Mandir Trust, enabling the construction to proceed.

The auspicious time for Pran Pratistha, the consecration of the idol, is set for a mere 84 seconds, from 12:29 minutes 8 seconds to 12:30 minutes 32 seconds. The selected Muhurta, advised by astrologer Pandit Ganeshwar Shastri Dravid, is considered the most accurate for this sacred ceremony.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to inaugurate the Ayodhya Ram Mandir on January 22. The guest list for the event, meticulously curated by the Trust, includes prominent figures such as the Dalai Lama, Baba Ramdev, industrialists Gautam Adani and Mukesh Ambani, actors Amitabh Bachchan, Rajinikanth, and others.

Champat Rai, the General Secretary of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Trust, has confirmed that the idol of Lord Ram will be placed in the temple on January 22, marking the date of ‘Pran Pratishtha.’ The construction of the Ram Mandir, carried out by L&T Corporation at a budget of Rs 18,000 Crore, is expected to be completed by January 24, making it one of India’s architectural marvels and the world’s largest temple.

In light of the momentous occasion, the government has declared a half-day holiday for all central government offices on January 22. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has designated the consecration ceremony as a “rashtra utsav” (national festival) in Uttar Pradesh, with educational institutions observing a holiday and a prohibition on liquor sale.

This cultural and religious landmark is not limited to Ayodhya or Uttar Pradesh alone; it has garnered nationwide attention and acknowledgment. Several states, including Goa, Haryana, Madhya Pradesh, Assam, Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Uttarakhand, Tripura, Chandigarh, Maharashtra, Gujarat, and Puducherry, have announced holidays and restrictions to commemorate the Ayodhya Ram Temple ceremony. This widespread acknowledgment underscores the cultural significance of the event, transforming it into a national celebration.

As the countdown to January 22 begins, the Ayodhya Ram Mandir inauguration promises to be a momentous occasion deeply embedded in India’s cultural and religious heritage.

NDRF Sets Up Camp Near Ram Temple in Ayodhya Ahead of ‘Pran Pratishtha’

January 20, 2024, 3:43 pm

With just 48 hours remaining until the ‘Pran Pratishtha’ ceremony at the Ram Temple on January 22, the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) has established a camp near the shrine in Ayodhya to respond to contingencies. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to perform the rituals for the consecration of Shri Ram Lalla at the temple.

The Deputy Inspector General of Police, Manoj Kumar Sharma, stated that three NDRF teams have been deployed in coordination with the local administration and police. One team is stationed at the ghats, and the NDRF is prepared to handle various contingencies. Elaborate security arrangements have been made across the city ahead of the grand ceremony.

Praveen Kumar, IG, Ayodhya, assured that necessary security preparations are in place, including close surveillance through drone cameras and human intelligence. The police are addressing security loopholes, and the authorities are confident that the event on January 22 will proceed smoothly.

The Ayodhya Police issued a caution against rising cybercrimes related to the ‘Pran Pratishtha’ ceremony. Cybercriminals are reportedly defrauding people by sending fake QR codes for donations in the name of the Ram Temple, offering free prasad (food offered to the deity), VIP passes, and entry passes to the temple. A fake website in the name of Ram Mandir, Ayodhya, has also been created. Citizens are advised not to respond to unknown messages or donate money without verification.

The booking for ‘aarti’ passes to the Ram Janmbhoomi temple started in December, and a team of priests, led by Lakshmi Kant Dixit, will officiate the ‘Pran Pratishtha’ rituals on January 22. The idol of Shri Ram Lalla, carved by Mysuru sculptor Arun Yogiraj, was recently placed inside the sanctum sanctorum of the temple.

Amazon Receives Notice for Selling Sweets as Ayodhya Ram Temple ‘Prasad’

January 20, 2024, 2:27 pm

The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has issued a notice to Amazon, accusing the e-commerce giant of engaging in “deceptive trade practices” in connection with the sale of sweets labeled as ‘Shri Ram Mandir Ayodhya Prasad.’ The notice comes in response to a complaint filed by the Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT), alleging that Amazon is misleading consumers by selling sweets under the guise of “prasad” from the yet-to-be-inaugurated Ram Temple in Ayodhya.

The CCPA contends that such practices mislead consumers about the true characteristics of the products, potentially influencing their purchase decisions based on inaccurate representations. The notice requires Amazon to respond within seven days, and failure to do so may result in necessary actions being initiated against the company under the provisions of the Consumer Protection Act, 2019.

The specific products listed on Amazon’s platform under scrutiny include ‘Sri Ram Mandir Ayodhya Prasad – Raghupati Ghee Ladoo, Ayodhya Ram Mandir Ayodhya Prasad, Khoya Khobi Ladoo, Ram Mandir Ayodhya Prasad – Desi Cow Milk Peda,’ among others. The controversy raises questions about the ethical marketing of religiously significant items and the potential exploitation of sentiments for commercial purposes.

AICC Telangana In-Charge Asserts Temples for Faith, Not Politics, Ahead of Ayodhya Ceremony

January 19, 2024, 10:58 am

As the Pran Pratishtha ceremony for Ram Lala at Ayodhya’s Ram Temple approaches on January 22, Deepa Das Munshi, AICC in-charge of Telangana, underlines that temples are centers of faith rather than politics. When asked about the Congress party’s involvement in the Ayodhya Ram Temple inauguration, Munshi restated the party’s position, noting that the decision had previously been expressed by the AICC.

Munshi remarked, “The decision has already been conveyed by the AICC, so I have nothing to say beyond that.” Addressing the criticism from the BJP for declining the invitation, she underlined the personal nature of temple visits, stating, “Whoever will go to a temple, it is in our faith. We don’t go to a temple for political reasons; we go to a temple for our faith. So we are very clear about this.”

Despite senior Congress leaders declining the invitation, some UP Congress members visited Ayodhya after the controversy. Congress leaders, including UP Chief Ajay Rai, paid respects at Ayodhya’s temples, emphasizing that Lord Ram belongs to everyone. However, the BJP accused the Congress of a ‘dual character,’ highlighting the rejection of the invitation by senior leaders while some members visited Ayodhya.

In response to Congress’s stand, UP Deputy CM and BJP leader KP Maurya remarked, “People are seeing the dual character of Congress today.” The Congress party justified the decline, citing the personal nature of religion and accusing the BJP and RSS of politicizing the Ayodhya temple project for electoral gain.