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News18
a day ago
- General
- News18
45 Kg Gold Worth Rs 50 Crore Used In Ayodhya Ram Temple's Doors, Throne
Last Updated: For now, only a limited number of devotees will be allowed to visit the Ram Darbar, and entry will be regulated through passes, which will be issued free of cost. The Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya continues to draw attention withe devotees thronging the religious site with the consecration of the Ram Dabar on the first floor of the temple. Meanwhile, Ram Temple Construction Committee chairman Nripendra Mishra has revealed that a total of 45 kilogram of pure gold has been used in the construction of the grand temple. He said the estimated value of the gold, excluding taxes, is around Rs 50 crore. Gold has been used extensively in the doors on the ground floor of the temple and the throne of Lord Ram. Additional goldwork is still underway in the Sheshavatar Temple, also part of the Ram Janmabhoomi Temple complex. Public Access Restricted To Ram Darbar Following the consecration of the Ram Darbar, Mishra said arrangements are being made for controlled public access to the sacred space. The consecration of the Ram Darbar on June 5 marked a spiritual milestone, however, public access to the newly consecrated first-floor sanctum will initially be restricted. Due to ongoing works and soaring summer temperatures, entry will be permitted only via free passes issued to a limited number of devotees. As the Ram Darbar is 20-feet-high and requires devotees to climb about 40 steps, there are limited arrangements for going up, and the lift's construction will take time. 'A lift is being constructed for elderly devotees, but it will take time to complete. Devotees will have to wait to visit the Ram Darbar due to unfavourable conditions and after the rainy season, public visits may be possible," Ram Temple Trust Secretary Champat Rai said. While the main structure of the Ram Temple has been completed, other parts of the temple complex, including the museum, auditorium, and guest house, are still under construction. These are expected to be completed by December 2025. The final task will be to hoist the flag on the temple's peak, likely in October or November, once the weather is favourable. Until then, minor works will be completed. Consecration Of Ram Darbar On Thursday the consecration ceremony of seven idols was completed at the temple. The idols installed on the first floor above the sanctum sanctorum include Ram Darbar in the middle, a Shivalinga in the north eastern corner, a Ganapati idol in the southeastern corner, Hanuman idol in the middle of the southern side, Surya in the south western corner, Bhagwati in the north western corner, and Annapurna Mata in the middle of the northern side. Ram Temple Inauguration The 51-inch-tall idol of Lord Ram Lalla, crafted by famed sculptor Arun Yogiraj, was consecrated among around 8,000 VVIPS belonging to all sects of life on January 22, 2024. Prime Minister Narendra Modi had presided over the rituals of the pran pratishtha ceremony. The temple, constructed in the traditional Nagara style, has a length (east-west) of 380 feet, a width of 250 feet, and a height of 161 feet. It is designed by celebrated architect Chandrakant B Sompura, in collaboration with son Ashish. The sanctum sanctorum houses the childhood form of Bhagwan Shri Ram (the idol of Shri Ram Lalla), while on the first floor, there is Shri Ram Darbar. Supported by a total of 392 pillars and 44 doors, the Mandir is three-storied, with each floor being 20 feet tall. The pillars and walls showcase intricately sculpted depictions of Hindu deities, gods and goddesses. (With inputs from agencies)
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Business Standard
4 days ago
- General
- Business Standard
Second Ram Darbar Pran Pratishtha at Ayodhya's Ram temple: Check date, time
The Ram Temple in Ayodhya is currently hosting its second 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony (June 5). The ceremony will see the installation of Raja Ram and other deities at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi complex — a significant milestone following the inaugural Pran Pratishtha held in January last year. Ram Darbar second Pran Pratishtha: Date and time The festivities began on June 3 and will conclude on June 5, with Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath presiding as the chief guest. The Anjaneya Sewa Trust is overseeing the event, which will commence at 11 am on Thursday. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath will preside over the installation of the Ram Darbar on the first floor of the temple, a ceremony that coincides with his 53rd birthday. Shashikant Maharaj, president of the Anjani Seva Sansthan, detailed the rituals that will mark Raja Ram's reinstallation. These will include Vedic chanting and a havan, with the chief minister also performing the ceremonial 'uncovering of the eyes' of the idols of Lord Ram and Sita. Second Pran Pratishtha: Security, crowd management Extensive security arrangements have been put in place for the three-day celebrations. However, devotees can continue their routine darshan of Ram Lalla. Authorities have initiated a verification process for tenants and residents in unauthorised settlements, and personnel from the CRPF, SSF, and PAC are on site. As part of the ceremony, 62,000 boxes of prasad are being dispatched from Lucknow. Kshitij Gupta, marketing head of Chhappan Bhog, said the prasad includes barfi made with a blend of chickpeas and moong dal. Ram Darbar installation and design In the Ram Darbar, idols of Lord Ram, Mata Sita, Hanuman, and Lakshman will be installed on a two-ft-high white marble throne. These idols and the throne were crafted in Jaipur, Rajasthan, using white marble. The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir has been constructed in the traditional Nagara architectural style. Its intricately carved walls depict various Hindu deities. The Ram Darbar itself measures 4.5 ft. The idol of Lord Ram will be adorned with elaborately designed crowns, bejewelled belts, and embroidered robes featuring zari and precious stones. Costume designer Manish Tiwari was commissioned to design the deity's attire. Access restrictions and cultural exhibits at Ram Darbar To maintain the sanctity of the site, only a limited number of devotees will be allowed on the temple's first floor. The second floor will showcase the Ramayana in multiple languages, including its oldest known version. Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Ram Mandir on January 22, 2024. Speaking to ANI, Mahamandaleshwar Vishnu Das explained, 'On January 22, Pran Pratishtha was done for the 'baal roop' [child form] of Lord Rama, now it is Raja Ram [King Ram].'
NDTV
29-05-2025
- General
- NDTV
Ram Darbar Idols Ready, Pran Pratishtha Ceremony In Ayodhya On June 5
Ayodhya: Ahead of the much-anticipated Pran Pratishtha ceremony of the Ram Darbar in Ayodhya, sculptor Satyanarayan shared insights into the intricate preparations for the sacred idols. Speaking to ANI, he said, "The Ram Darbar is of 4.5 ft. All the other sculptures are built according to has idols of Lord Ram, Goddess Sita, the sun god, Goddess Durga, Lord Hanuman, Saptrishi, Shatrughan, Bharat, annapurana and many others. The idols of Ram and Sita are made from one stone, while the other idols are made of another stone.." The Pran Pratishtha ceremony of idols in Ram Darbar in Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple is set for June 5. The ceremony is set to be a historic event, symbolising divine reverence and cultural heritage. Earlier, Nripendra Mishra, Chairman of the Construction Committee of Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra, stated that prayers and devotional programs of all idols will begin from June 3 and conclude on June 5. He added that by September-October, the remaining construction work on the Ram Mandir will also be finalised. "Preparations are complete, including essential works like waterproofing and repellency, which will continue as needed. However, the core construction of the main temple will be finalised, marking a historic milestone. The remaining construction within the temple premises is on track for completion by September-October, per the planned schedule. Key elements like the Parakota and the Peshavatar Temple are nearing completion. The Sapt Mandir, housing seven pavilions and statues of sages, is already finished. Additionally, the Pushkarni water reservoir at the centre has been completed. By the end of 2025, all construction projects initiated in 2020 are expected to be fully realised," he said. The Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Mandir is constructed in traditional Nagara style. Its length (east-west) is 380 feet, its width is 250 feet, and its height is 161 feet. 392 pillars and 44 doors support it. The temple's pillars and walls showcase intricately sculpted depictions of Hindu deities, Gods, and Goddesses. In the main sanctum sanctorum on the ground floor, the childhood form of Bhagwan Shri Ram (the idol of Shri Ramlalla) has been placed. Lakhs of devotees have been flocking to Ayodhya since the Pran Pratishtha ceremony of Lord Ram Lalla. Daily visitors to the Hanumangarhi Ram Temple have also been increasing rapidly.
Hindustan Times
29-05-2025
- General
- Hindustan Times
Pran Pratishtha to feature idols of Lord Ram, Sita made from one stone, sculptor shares insights.
Ahead of the much-anticipated Pran Pratishtha ceremony of the Ram Darbar in Ayodhya, sculptor Satyanarayan shared insights into the intricate preparations for the sacred idols. Speaking to ANI, he said, "The Ram Darbar is of 4.5 ft. All the other sculptures are built according to has idols of Lord Ram, Goddess Sita, the sun god, Goddess Durga, Lord Hanuman, Saptrishi, Shatrughan, Bharat, annapurana and many others. The idols of Ram and Sita are made from one stone, while the other idols are made of another stone.." The Pran Pratishtha ceremony of idols in Ram Darbar in Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple is set for June 5. The ceremony is set to be a historic event, symbolising divine reverence and cultural heritage. Earlier, Nripendra Mishra, Chairman of the Construction Committee of Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra, stated that prayers and devotional programs of all idols will begin from June 3 and conclude on June 5. He added that by September-October, the remaining construction work on the Ram Mandir will also be finalised. The Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Mandir is constructed in traditional Nagara style. Its length (east-west) is 380 feet, its width is 250 feet, and its height is 161 feet. 392 pillars and 44 doors support it. The temple's pillars and walls showcase intricately sculpted depictions of Hindu deities, Gods, and Goddesses. In the main sanctum sanctorum on the ground floor, the childhood form of Bhagwan Shri Ram (the idol of Shri Ramlalla) has been placed. Lakhs of devotees have been flocking to Ayodhya since the Pran Pratishtha ceremony of Lord Ram Lalla. Daily visitors to the Hanumangarhi Ram Temple have also been increasing rapidly.
Barnama
27-05-2025
- Business
- Barnama
ASEAN-GCC-China Cooperation To Benefit Global Trade, Investment -- Malaysian Expert
Chinese Premier Li Qiang arrives at Kuala Lumpur International Airport to attend the ASEAN (the Association of Southeast Asian Nations)-GCC (the Gulf Cooperation Council)-China Summit at the invitation of Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, in Malaysia, May 26, 2025. (Xinhua/Rao Aimin) KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 (Bernama-Xinhua) -- Amid rising protectionism and unilateralism, stronger cooperation among China, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries will boost global trade and investment, a Malaysian expert has said, Xinhua reported. "China, as well as ASEAN and GCC countries, all share common aspirations in development and global challenges. It therefore makes good sense for us to work more closely than before in multiple sectors," said Bunn Nagara, director and senior fellow at the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) Caucus for Asia-Pacific, an independent think tank based in Kuala Lumpur. Energy, food security, and supply chain resilience offer the greatest potential for trilateral cooperation, Nagara told Xinhua on Saturday. The GCC leads in oil and gas, China leads in renewables and electric vehicles (EVs), and ASEAN is a key consumer market and production hub. bootstrap slideshow "Better resilience can be achieved by starting to work together more closely, then in ironing out any difficulties by resolving challenges along the way," he said. "What is important is an open attitude receptive to new areas and ways of cooperation, while remaining sensitive to the needs of other partners." Nagara sees the BRI as a key mechanism for advancing the trilateral collaboration. "The BRI is a vast project that covers many related areas, including the digital economy and the green transition," he said. The BRI is closely aligned with their shared interests in sustainable growth, offering fertile ground for ASEAN-GCC-China synergies, he added. As global trade faces strong headwinds from protectionism and unilateralism, Nagara believes that the ASEAN-GCC-China cooperation serves as a model for the Global South. "China and the ASEAN and GCC countries are also nations of the Global South, besides being Asian countries," said Nagara. The collaboration could inspire similar initiatives among countries in Africa and Latin America that share common aspirations. "We do what we do to protect our legitimate interests in development, not to threaten other countries or regions. We prefer to be non-confrontational because that is a better way to ensure mutual benefit," Nagara said.
