Pran Pratishtha ceremony: PM Modi leads rituals in traditional outfit at Ram Temple in Ayodhya
First Published: 22nd January, 2024 13:19 IST
Inside the intricately carved white marble temple PM Modi climbed up a series of stairs to reach the garbha griha for the the pran-pratistha ceremony
Prime Minister Narendra Modi who performed the Pran Pratishtha ceremony at the Shri Ram Janmaboomi Temple in Ayodhya on Monday was seen dressed in a cream-coloured traditional kurta-pajama, matching jacket and a stole.
Inside the intricately carved white marble temple PM Modi climbed up a series of stairs to reach the garbha griha for the the pran-pratistha ceremony.
The Prime Minister who had undertaken an 11-day Anushtan in the run-up to the day led the ‘Pran Pratishtha’ rituals, which began with a prayer to Lord Vishnu.
Amidst hymns and vedic chants of mantras by priests, PM Narendra Modi offered prayers to Ram Lalla. The 51 inch tall idol was unveiled at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya during the Pran Pratishtha ceremony.
The Ram Temple Pran Pratishtha ceremony was performed in the presence of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat among others.
“The divine moment of Pran Prathishta of Shri Ram Lala in Ayodhya Dham is an emotional moment for everyone. It is my good fortune to be part of this unique programme. Jai Siyaram,” PM Modi said in a tweet.
Outside, Indian Air Force (IAF) choppers showered flower petals over Shri Ram Janmaboomi Temple premises as idol of Ram Lalla was unveiled. The air in the premises was filled with chants of ‘Jai Sri Ram’ by invitees. Over 8,000 guests have been invited for the ceremony at the grand temple.
Representatives of all major spiritual and religious sects of the country are attending the historic cerenmony . People from all walks of life including representatives of various tribal communities are also attending the ceremony. Prime Minister will address this distinguished gathering on the occasion.
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 pillars and walls of the temple showcase intricately sculpted depictions of Hindu deities, gods, and goddesses. In the main sanctum sanctorum at ground floor, the childhood form of Bhagwan Shri Ram (the idol of Shri Ramlalla) has been placed.
The main entrance to the Mandir is situated on the eastern side, which can be approached by ascending 32 stairs through the Singh Dwar. There are a total of five Mandaps (Halls) in the Mandir – Nritya Mandap, Rang Mandap, Sabha Mandap, Prathana Mandap and Kirtan Mandap. Near the Mandir is a historic Well (Sita koop), dating back to the ancient era.
In the southwestern part of the Mandir complex, at Kuber Tila, the ancient Mandir of Bhagwan Shiv has been restored, along with the installation of a statue of Jatayu.
The foundation of the Mandir has been constructed with a 14-meter- thick layer of roller-compacted concrete (RCC), giving it the appearance of artificial rock. No iron is used anywhere in the Mandir. For protection against ground moisture, a 21-foot-high plinth has been constructed using granite.
The Mandir complex has a sewage treatment plant, water treatment plant, water supply for fire safety and an independent power station. The Mandir has been constructed employing the country’s traditional and indigenous technology. (ANI)
Also Read: “I am the luckiest person on Earth”: Arun Yogiraj, man who carved Ram Lalla’s idol
COMMENTS
TOPMOST STORY NOW
Live Meghalaya petrol bomb attacks: Asked DGP to ensure such incidents do not repeat, says Dy CM Prestone Tynsong
01st May 2024Live Petrol bombs the new weapon of violence in Meghalaya?
01st May 2024Live PMEAC Member Sanjeev Sanyal delivers Prof Sarat Mahanta Memorial Lecture in Guwahati
01st May 2024Live Babar Azam moves to fourth spot in T20I rankings, Suryakumar Yadav continues to be at top
01st May 2024WE RECOMMEND
Close to 100 schools in Delhi-NCR get bomb threat mails. Who sent the mails? What is the truth?
According to Delhi Police, the bomb threats sent via email to schools originated from Russia, as indicated by the IP address of the email, which was traced back to the domain "mail.ru"
01st May 2024Multiple schools across Delhi-NCR receive bomb threat, students evacuated; Delhi Police begin probe
Bomb detection teams, bomb disposal squads and officials of Delhi Fire Service have been rushed to schools and search operations are underway, a police officer said.
01st May 2024Delhi HC directs government to frame policy for compensating deaths due to Chinese ‘manjha’
In 2017, the Chinese Manjha was banned by the Indian government.
01st May 2024Licence of 14 Patanjali products cancelled. Check details here
In an affidavit filed in the Supreme Court, the licencing body said that it had suspended licenses of 14 products manufactured by Patanjali's Divya Pharmacy in connection with the misleading advertisements case.
30th April 2024Delhi Police summons Telangana CM Revanth Reddy in Amit Shah fake video case
The Congress leader has been asked to appear before Delhi Police's IFSO unit (Cyber Unit) on May 1 with his mobile phone.
29th April 2024