Ayodhya Ram Mandir consecration on June 5: Who will attend and other ceremony details
A major spiritual milestone is set for Ayodhya as the consecration (Pran Pratishtha) of the Ram Darbar and 14 new temples within the Ram Mandir complex will take place on June 5, 2025, coinciding with the auspicious festival of Ganga Dussehra.The January 2024 Pran Pratishtha ceremony, attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and a host of dignitaries, marked the consecration of the Ram Lalla idol.advertisementThe upcoming June event is distinct in its emphasis on religious tradition and inclusivity of spiritual leaders, without the presence of political figures.
The June 5, 2025, consecration ceremony at Ayodhya's Ram Temple will be a grand, three-day spiritual event led by Vedic scholars and attended by religious leaders, marking the completion of the temple's construction and the installation of 14 new shrines.The event is set to be a deeply religious occasion, focused on faith and tradition, and will open the next chapter in Ayodhya's spiritual legacy.KEY DATES AND SCHEDULEMay 30, 2025: Preparatory rituals begin with the installation of the Shiva Lingam in the Shiv temple inside the complex.June 3–5, 2025: A grand three-day religious festival, culminating in the main consecration ceremony on June 5.June 5, 2025: Main Pran Pratishtha (consecration) of the Ram Darbar and 14 temples, marking the completion of the temple's major construction phase.CEREMONY DETAILSadvertisementThe ceremonies will be steeped in Vedic tradition, overseen by 101 Vedic scholars from Kashi and Ayodhya. The rituals include worship of the Yagyashala, recitation of the Valmiki Ramayana, chanting of mantras, readings from the four Vedas, and other traditional ceremonies.WHO WILL ATTEND?Spiritual leaders: The event will primarily be attended by spiritual leaders from various faiths, emphasising interfaith harmony and the spiritual significance of the occasion.Priests: Eleven priests will arrive in Ayodhya by May 30 to lead the Ram Darbar consecration, with a total of 101 Vedic scholars overseeing the broader rituals.No political or VIP attendance: Unlike the January 2024 consecration, this ceremony will not include VIPs or political leaders from the central or state governments. The focus is on religious and spiritual observance rather than political presence.Devotees: A large number of devotees are expected to witness the ceremonies, which will further enhance the spiritual and cultural significance of the Ram Temple complex.Must Watch
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