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News18
6 days ago
- News18
After Pran Pratishtha, Ayodhya Ram Mandir Readies For Grand Flag Hoisting Event
Last Updated: After Ram Lalla's Pran Pratishtha, Ayodhya readies for a 3-day flag hoisting; A 42-ft saffron flag will be unfurled atop Ram Mandir shikhar on Vivah Panchami on November 25. After the historic Pran Pratishtha (consecration) ceremony of Ram Lalla on January 22, 2024, the temple town – Ayodhya – is once again preparing for a spiritually and culturally significant event — the flag hoisting ceremony atop the main spire of the newly constructed Ram temple. Organised by the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, the three-day mega celebration will be held from November 23 to 25, with the main ritual — hoisting of a 42-foot-long saffron flag atop the 161-foot-high shikhar (spire) — scheduled on November 25. The timing of the ceremony has been aligned with Vivah Panchami, the auspicious day marking the celestial wedding of Lord Ram and Goddess Sita. The upcoming ceremony follows the grand consecration of Ram Lalla in January, an event that witnessed the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and thousands of seers, saints, and devotees from across the country. That event marked the formal return of Ram Lalla to his rightful abode after centuries. And now, the members of the trust say this flag hoisting would mark the culminating ritual symbolising the temple's full readiness, both architecturally and spiritually. According to Trustee Dr Anil Kumar Mishra, around 5,000 eminent guests will be invited, including sadhus, religious leaders, kathavachaks, and representatives from diverse social backgrounds. 'Like the Pran Pratishtha ceremony, we aim to ensure that this event is inclusive and honourable to all traditions," he said. Arrangements for accommodation, meals, transport, and security are being planned on a massive scale. Hotels and homestays across Ayodhya are being pre-booked for guests. Saffron Flags on All Temple Spires Along with the main temple spire, saffron flags will be hoisted atop five subsidiary shikhars dedicated to Lord Shiva, Surya Dev, Lord Ganesh, Hanuman Ji, Mata Bhagwati, and Annapurna Mata. The flag will also grace the Sheshavatar temple and the Saptarishi Mandap, which houses idols of revered sages from Ramayana – Maharishi Valmiki, Vishwamitra, Agastya, Vashishtha, Nishad Raj, Ahilya, and Shabari. The entire Ram Janmabhoomi campus will be resplendent in saffron, with religious chants, bhajan-kirtans, and Ramayana recitations enhancing the spiritual atmosphere. Vivah Panchami: The Perfect Day The ceremony's timing on November 25 is no coincidence. It coincides with Vivah Panchami, the day when Lord Ram's baraat (wedding procession) is said to have travelled from Ayodhya to Janakpur (Nepal) to marry Goddess Sita. This event is celebrated in both Ayodhya and Janakpur with immense fervour. In Ayodhya, Vivah Panchami features grand processions, tableaux, devotional music, and ritual enactments of the divine wedding, drawing pilgrims in huge numbers. The Trust had earlier shortlisted three dates — November 16, 25, and 26 — after consulting astrologers. Among them, November 25 was found most auspicious, especially due to its alignment with Vivah Panchami. The final nod from the Prime Minister's Office and Union Home Ministry is awaited. 90% Work on Temple Campus Completed Trust officials confirmed that 90 per cent of the construction of subsidiary temples and infrastructure around the Ram temple has been completed. The ground floor houses Ram Lalla, while the first floor features the Ram Darbar with idols of Lord Ram, Sita, Lakshman, Bharat, Shatrughna, and Hanuman. The second floor will be dedicated to rare manuscripts and scriptures related to Lord Ram. Of the four grand entry gates, work on two gates is already finished, and devotees will be allowed full access to the temple complex starting October 2025. Officials said that the flag hoisting will mark yet another spiritual high point for Ayodhya, reaffirming its status as the epicentre of Ram Bhakti. Get breaking news, in-depth analysis, and expert perspectives on everything from politics to crime and society. Stay informed with the latest India news only on News18. Download the News18 App to stay updated! First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
03-08-2025
- Time of India
Champat Rai calls for freeing temples from govt control
Prayagraj: Speaking at the concluding session of the second day of the 'Prant Yojna Baithak' of the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (Kashi Prant) in city, Vishwa Hindu Parishad central vice president and general secretary of Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Tirtha Kshetra Trust, Champat Rai, on Sunday said, "Now, the time has come to free temples from govt control. " He also emphasised the need to unite the fragmented Hindu society and urged a pledge of unity against divisive forces. He stated that the Hindu society should respond to the mentality of dividing Hindu society on the basis of caste, language, region, and gender with unity. For this, all the workers, saints, social organisations, along with the entire Hindu society, should be appealed to identify such forces and eliminate them. " Today, there is a need for our traditions to continue uninterruptedly. For this, the society should be cultured, the family should be united, and civic duties should be followed. The organisation has been working continuously to eliminate discrimination in Hindu society since its inception. ." He also mentioned that the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi temple has now taken a grand form. "We will announce its completion by hoisting the flag in November," he said. He further stated that the centenary year programmes of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh will start from this year's Vijayadashmi and will continue until next year's Vijayadashmi. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Friendship Day wishes , messages and quotes !
India Gazette
13-07-2025
- India Gazette
J-K: Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board dedicates 5 Temples to public in Reasi
Katra (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], July 13 (ANI): In an initiative aimed at fostering spirituality and preserving cultural heritage, the Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board, during its 75th Meeting held under the chairmanship of Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, approved the dedication of five newly constructed temples to the public in the month of July along with the construction of five additional temples in District Reasi. According to a release, as part of this initiative, the Shrine Board has formally dedicated the five temples today at each location in distinct villages across the district, namely Gorta Kalika Sathaan, Village-Harotkote; Pancheri Galli, Village-Dangakote; Tote Devsthan, Village-Tote; Village-Devigarh of Tehsil Bhomag and Village-Chasana. Prior to the installation of the Holy Idols at the newly constructed temples, the Shrine Board organised a spiritually enriching three-day Hawan and Puja ceremony at the Spiritual Growth Centre (SGC), Katra. These rituals were conducted with deep reverence by the Shrine Pujaris under the guidance of Padma Prof. Vishwamurti Shastri for invoking divine blessings and sanctifying the proceedings in alignment with age-old Vedic traditions. Following these preparatory rites, the sacred Pran Pratishtha ceremonies-rituals and Kanya Poojan were performed at the respective temple locations. Each ceremony marked the formal consecration of the temple and its deity, carried out by learned Pujaris of the Shrine Board in the presence of local community members and Shrine Board officials. During the dedication ceremony of the newly constructed temples, Anshul Garg, Chief Executive Officer, Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board, stated that the Board has decided to entrust the management of these temples to the local communities after the sacred Pran Pratishtha rituals. He underscored that by handing over the responsibility for daily worship and routine maintenance to local residents, the Board aims to strengthen grassroots spiritual engagement in preserving cultural heritage while ensuring that the temples are maintained in a manner that reflects the community's devotional spirit and traditions. CEO also exhorted that the Shrine Board shall be installing CCTV cameras at each of the newly constructed temples as a vital measure to ensure the sanctity of the premises and support the effective management of temple activities. Notably, as part of the sacred Pran Pratishtha rituals, the Shrine Board upheld the tradition of offering communal blessings by distributing Halwa and Channa Prasad to all those present on the occasion at the respective locations. (ANI)
