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From Ram Lalla To Righteous King: Ayodhya Gears Up For ‘Pran Pratishtha 2.0'
Last Updated: The June 5 ritual will install Raja Ram—depicted in his regal, sovereign form—on the temple's first floor along with life-sized idols of his brothers, Goddess Sita & Lord Hanuman The ancient temple town of Ayodhya is once again reverberating with chants of devotion as it prepares for another spiritual milestone—'Pran Pratishtha 2.0'—scheduled for June 5. Following the historic consecration of Ram Lalla on January 22, 2024, the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust is now readying for a second round of consecration rituals, which will mark the installation of Raja Ram in his majestic, kingly form on the temple's first floor. This phase of ritual sanctification also includes the Pran Pratishtha of multiple deities across the complex, including in seven surrounding shrines and seven additional mandapams. For the three-day celebration, which will start from June 3, streets have been adorned with marigold garlands, flags, and rangolis. Officials associated with Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teertha Kshetra said Vedic rituals, yagnas, ceremonial processions, and a grand aarti are on the agenda. 'The main event—the consecration of Raja Ram—will take place precisely at 11.25am on June 5, which coincides with the festival of Ganga Dussehra and also marks the birthday of UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, who is expected to grace the occasion as the chief guest," the official said. Balak Ram to Raja Ram Unlike the January 2024 ceremony, which saw the consecration of Balak Ram, the child form of Lord Ram, in the sanctum sanctorum on the ground floor, the upcoming ritual will install Raja Ram—depicted in his regal, sovereign form—on the first floor. This depiction will be accompanied by life-sized idols of Goddess Sita, and Lord Ram's brothers Lakshman, Bharat, and Shatrughna, along with Lord Hanuman standing in eternal servitude. In addition to the primary idols, the upcoming rituals will also sanctify seven shrines located within the temple enclosure (parikota), each dedicated to a specific deity placed according to Vastu Shastra. These include Lord Shiva in the northeast (Ishaan), Lord Ganesha in the southeast (Agni), Lord Hanuman in the southern wing, Surya Dev in the southwest (Nairitya), Goddess Bhagwati in the northwest (Vayavya), Annapurna Mata in the northern wing, and Sheshavatar Lakshman at the southwestern edge. Furthermore, seven other temples within the complex, dedicated to revered sages and figures from the Ramayan—such as Valmiki, Vashishtha, Vishwamitra, Ahalya, Shabari, and Nishad Raj—will also undergo Pran Pratishtha, thus completing a spiritually and culturally rich network of temples within the main precinct. Champat Rai Urges Restraint Speaking about the ceremony, Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust general secretary Champat Rai emphasised the sanctity of the event. 'No one has been invited specifically for June 3, 4, or 5. We urge devotees not to visit Ayodhya merely upon hearing the term 'Pran Pratishtha'. Only those wishing to have darshan of Ram Lalla should come. The rituals are sacred and space is limited," Rai said, underlining that this event is primarily a ritual affair, not a political or public spectacle. Over 101 Vedic scholars from Ayodhya and Kashi have been invited to oversee and conduct the ceremonies, which began informally with a Kalash Yatra on June 2 and will culminate with elaborate abhishek, aarti, and bhog offerings to the newly installed idols on June 5. Swarna Shikhara: Golden Crown of Devotion One of the architectural highlights in this phase of the temple's development is the newly installed Swarna Shikhara—a golden spire that now crowns the sanctum of the Ram Mandir. Recently unveiled by the trust, this gold-plated pinnacle stands as a radiant symbol of divine glory and architectural splendour. Executed in the traditional Nagar style of temple architecture, the Swarna Shikhara has been crafted with intricate detailing and gold plating, turning the temple's highest point into a beacon of devotion visible from miles around. According to temple architects, it represents spiritual ascension and the temple's cosmic axis, or Meru, in Hindu tradition. Heavy Security Arrangements Over 10,000 personnel from UP Police and central paramilitary forces have been deployed to ensure smooth execution of events. Aerial surveillance with drones, an integrated network of CCTV cameras, and multi-layered checkpoints are all in place. Ayodhya District Magistrate Nikhil Tikaram Funde said: 'Crowd management and logistical arrangements have been carefully planned to accommodate the expected influx of pilgrims. We have made comprehensive arrangements to ensure no inconvenience is caused to pilgrims. Traffic and crowd flow are being actively managed with the support of both civil and police administration." Temple Nearing Completion by October 2025 The construction of the Ram Temple began formally with the 'bhumi pujan' on August 5, 2020, following the Supreme Court's landmark verdict in November 2019 that granted the disputed site for temple construction. Since then, the temple has progressed rapidly. Built entirely with pink sandstone using traditional methods, the Ram Mandir measures 380 feet in length, 250 feet in width, and rises to a height of 161 feet. It rests on 392 intricately carved pillars and features 44 ornately designed doors. With the completion of this phase, the temple complex—comprising exhibition galleries, a research center, and spiritual gardens—is expected to be fully functional by October 2025. Ram Mandir Construction Committee chairman Nripendra Misra said the final stages of work are nearing completion. 'This phase of Ram Mandir construction represents not just spiritual grandeur but also national pride and cultural renaissance," said Misra. Watch India Pakistan Breaking News on CNN-News18. 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:
India.com
2 hours ago
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- India.com
Ayodhya Ram Temples 2nd Prana Pratishtha Ceremony Kicks Off: Full Details Here
New Delhi: Ayodhya is abuzz with spiritual fervor as the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir gears up for its second Pran Pratishtha ceremony, scheduled from June 3 to June 5. This momentous occasion marks a significant milestone in the temple's construction, with eight deities set to be consecrated within the complex. The three-day ritual commenced on Tuesday, June 3, at 6:30 AM, and will culminate on June 5, coinciding with the auspicious festival of Ganga Dussehra. This year's ceremony holds special significance as Lord Ram will be established in his royal form, Raja Ram, in the newly completed Ram Darbar on the temple's first floor. The ceremony will feature 101 Vedic scholars and priests performing elaborate rituals across all three days. According to the Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra, eight splendid Devalayas have been newly constructed within the Mandir Complex, each enshrining a vigraha of revered Shastriya Devtas. The sacred Pran Pratishtha ceremony for these vigrahas will be conducted with full religious observance from today. "Within the grand, newly built Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir Complex, the Pran Pratishtha of each vigraha will be performed with great reverence. In the Northeast corner (Ishan Kon) of the Mandir Complex, a Shivling will undergo Pran Pratishtha; in the Southeast (Agni Kon), Shri Ganesha will be worshipped. At the centre of the Southern arm, the Pran Pratishtha of a vigraha of Balshali Hanuman Ji will take place; in the Southwest (Nairitya Kon), Surya Dev; in the Northwest (Vayavya Kon), Devi Bhagwati; and at the centre of the Northern arm, the Pran Pratishtha of a vigraha of Maa Annapurna will be performed. Within the main Mandir, on the first floor, the Pran Pratishtha of Shri Ram Darbar will occur, and in the Southwestern corner of the Mandir Complex, the Pran Pratishtha of a vigraha of Sheshavatar will be held," officials further informed. In preparation for the Pran Pratishtha, a sacred water procession, the Sarayu Jal Kalash Yatra, was held on June 2. The procession began at the eastern bank of the old bridge on the Saryu River and concluded at the Yagyashala, passing through various significant locations in Ayodhya. This water will be used in the sanctifying rituals from June 3. श्री राम जन्मभूमि परिसर स्थित अष्ट देवालयों में कल से प्रारंभ हो रही प्राण प्रतिष्ठा से पूर्व आज पूज्य संतों, आचार्यों, श्री राम जन्मभूमि तीर्थक्षेत्र के न्यासीगण, प्रबुद्ध नागरिकों तथा अपार जनसमूह की उपस्थिति में आज पुण्य सलिला सरयू के तट से मंगल कलश यात्रा का आयोजन हुआ। Ahead… — Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra (@ShriRamTeerth) June 2, 2025 As the consecration ceremony approaches, Ayodhya is filled with anticipation and devotion. The event promises to be a deeply spiritual and historic moment, marking a significant milestone in the construction of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir. Whereas, the city has been placed on high alert ahead of the event, with commandos from the Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) and armoured vehicles deployed around the temple complex. Round-the-clock surveillance will be maintained in three shifts to ensure a secure environment. The three-day event, which commenced today on Jyeshtha Shukla Ashtami, will conclude on Dashami (5 June 2025) with worship, bhog, and aarti. Rituals will begin daily at 6:30 AM. According to the officials, "On 3 and 4 June, the pujan will continue from 6:30 AM until the evening. On Jyeshtha Shukla Dashami (5 June), pujan will commence at 6:30 AM and continue until 11:20 AM. The Pran Pratishtha will take place at 11:25 AM, followed by pujan, bhog, and aarti. All events on this day will conclude by 1:00 PM." The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust has urged devotees not to visit Ayodhya solely based on news of the rituals, as no public invitations have been issued for June 3 to 5. Access to the Shri Ram Darbar on the first floor will be restricted, with possibly only 50 devotees permitted per hour through issued passes. The Trust is yet to determine the opening of the Mandirs for public darshan. Meanwhile, General Secretary of Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple, Champat Rai, informed that the construction of Ram Janmabhoomi Temple is nearing completion. He also issued a statement urging the public not to visit Ayodhya solely based on news of the rituals. No public invitations have been issued for June 3 to 5. #WATCH | Ayodhya, UP | Preparations for 3rd June Pran Pratishtha of Ram Darbar at Ayodhya's Ram temple are underway General Secretary of Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple, Champat Rai, says, "The construction of Ram Janmabhoomi Temple is nearing completion. The rituals for Pran… — ANI (@ANI) June 2, 2025 Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath is scheduled to attend four key events, including the main consecration ceremony, the Saryu Trayodashi Utsav, the birthday celebrations of trust president Mahant Nritya Gopal Das, and an event on World Environment Day. Coincidentally, June 5 also marks CM Adityanath's birthday, adding to the significance of the day. The event is expected to draw a large turnout, similar to the celebration held on January 11, marking the first anniversary of the original Pran Pratishtha led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Lakhs of devotees gathered on that occasion, and a similar gathering is anticipated this week.
Time of India
4 hours ago
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- Time of India
Ram Janmbhoomi Temple lit up ahead of Ram Darbar Pran Pratishtha
Live Events (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel The Shri Ram Janmbhoomi temple in Ayodhya was illuminated with vibrant and decorative lights ahead of the Pran Pratishtha ceremony of the Ram sacred ceremony is scheduled to begin at 6:30 AM today and will continue until June Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath is set to attend the Saryu Jayanti Janmotsav celebrations in Ayodhya on June 5, according to Mahant Rajkumar Das Maharaj, head of event will be organised by the Anjaneya Sewa Trust . The event will be held from June 5 to 11 and the week-long celebration will feature devotional events, rituals, and spiritual about the upcoming celebrations, Mahant Rajkumar Das Maharaj said, "Anjaneya Sewa Trust celebrates Saryu Jayanti Janmotsav. This year, the event will be held from 5 to 11 June. CM Yogi Adityanath will inaugurate the event by lighting a lamp and during the evening, 'Katha' will be organised..."The completion of this is on full moon day (June 11), a special Aarti will be organised... Ram Darbar Pran Pratishtha will also be organised on June 5, which will be attended by CM Yogi Adityanath..." he told the President of Anjaneya Seva Samiti, Mahant Shashikant Das urged everyone to attend the event."The attendance of CM Yogi Adityanath is special for us... I request everyone to attend the event... It is a matter of fortune for us that the CM will be inaugurating the event of Sarayu Janmotsav... The work of developing Ayodhya is gaining momentum under the leadership of CM Yogi Adityanath... Therefore, he might make any announcements...," he Ayodhya officials had begun action to ban meat sales along key religious routes like Ram Path and Dharma 14 Kosi Marg, issuing notices to shopkeepers after complaints were raised at CM Yogi Adityanath's Janata Darbar. Ayodhya Mayor Girish Pati Tripathi also informed that a liquor ban is also being planned. Speaking to on Saturday, Mayor Tripathi said that discussions regarding the ban had been ongoing for a long time."It was under discussion for a very long time that the sale of meat be banned in Ayodhya. It was decided that the sale of meat must be prohibited on Ram Path," said Tripathi. He added that steps would soon be taken to prohibit the sale of liquor in the same areas. "We are sure that we will soon ban liquor sale too...," he told ANI.
Indian Express
10 hours ago
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- Indian Express
Ceremony to mark 2nd Pran Pratishtha on Ram Temple premises to begin today: Trust
A GRAND ceremony to mark the second Pran Pratishtha at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya is set to begin from Tuesday where consecration of deities will be performed in the Ram Darbar on the first floor of the Ram Temple as well as in seven other temples located within the parikote (ramparts). The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, established for the construction of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, on Monday said it has completed preparations for the event, which will be attended by several VVIPs, including Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. The celebrations will culminate on June 5, coinciding with the auspicious occasion of Ganga Dussehra. In January last year, Prime Minister Narendra Modi presided over the Pran Pratistha (consecration ceremony) of Lord Ram Lalla in the sanctum sanctorum of the RamTemple in Ayodhya. On Monday evening, the auspicious ceremony began with a Kalash (holy pot) procession starting from the banks of the Saryu River. Around 200 local women went to the riverbank and collected holy water in kalash (sacred pots) and brought it to the temple, which is around 2.5 km away. This procession passed through Veena Chowk, Ram Path, Singarhat and Rangmahal Barrier before reaching the Ram Temple complex. The pots containing water will be kept at a designated place inside the temple. The water would be used from Tuesday for several purposes during rituals inside the temple during the three-day function. Ram Temple Trust member Dr Anil Mishra told The Indian Express that the kalash yatra was completed on Monday. According to officials, on June 3 and 4, worship will be performed, during which 1,975 mantras will be chanted and offerings will be made to the Fire God (Agni Devta) each day for 12 hours from 6:30 am. Along with this, devotional recitations, including the Ram Raksha Stotra, Hanuman Chalisa and other bhajans, will also be organised. On the final day, the rituals would start from 6:30 am and will continue till 1 pm. After the Pran Pratishtha, arti bhog would start at all the eight places but would not be open for the public for sometime as of now, said another Trust official. The main ceremony will take place on June 5, during which the Pran Pratishtha will be conducted for the Ram Darbar idols (Lord Ram, Sita, Lakshman and Hanuman), as well as the consecration of idols in seven other temples. A government official said CM Adityanath is scheduled to attend four key programmes during the event. Apart from the main Pran Pratishtha, he will also take part in the Maa Saryu Trayodashi Janmotsav, the birth anniversary celebrations of Trust President Mahant Nritya Gopal Das and a plantation drive in Pushp Vatika to mark World Environment Day. Sadhus and others who could not attend the Pran Pratishtha ceremony held on January 22, 2024, have been invited, the official added. Well-known scholar and priest from Chandauli, Jayprakash Tiwari, along with 101 Vedic acharyas, will perform the Pran Pratishtha of the deities in all eight temples simultaneously, said Dr Anil Mishra who would be the main 'yajman' on the consecration day. Meanwhile, to ensure the convenience of the devotees, Ayodhya District Magistrate (DM) Nikhil Tikaram Funde said extensive arrangements have been made, including shaded rest areas, drinking water stations and mobile toilets. Special measures have also been taken in light of the prevailing heat, with 10 hospital beds reserved in each district hospital for emergencies. ORS packets are being distributed at the temple premises, outposts and police stations, said the official. Resting areas and other amenities have also been made available within the temple premises for pilgrims. Senior Superintendent of Police Gaurav Grover said that multiple joint inspections have been conducted along with the DM. Security has been intensified with the deployment of ATS and STF teams to ensure a smooth and secure event. Security for both VVIPs and devotees remains our top priority, the official added. The official said that like last year's celebration, a similarly large turnout is anticipated for this event as well.
Time of India
11 hours ago
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- Time of India
2nd consecration at Ram temple begins today
Ayodhya/Lucknow: The second consecration ceremony at the Ram temple will begin on Tuesday. During the three-day ceremony, the consecration of deities will be performed in six temples situated on the temple's ramparts, along with the formal installation of the Ram Darbar on the first floor of the temple, reports Shalabh. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Meanwhile, Ram Janmabhoomi Tirtha Kshetra Trust general secretary, Champat Rai, on Monday appealed to devotees not to visit the temple town for 'pran pratishtha' rituals. "We have not invited anyone from outside Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh or nearby states or other states. Do not gather in Ayodhya for Pran Pratishtha because no special arrangements have been made," Rai. Rai said that owing to the weather conditions, holding a large programme was not possible and people should avoid crowding Ayodhya on June 5 when the Ram Darbar on the first floor would be inaugurated. "I request everybody with folded hands to plan your visit as per your due schedule and original plan. We have not extended the invitation for people to attend the consecration ceremony. We appeal to you to plan your visit after the ceremonies are over," said Rai. Seven temples, including the Ram Darbar, will be inaugurated in the Ram temple complex on June 5. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath would attend the ceremony during the muhurat on June 5 morning. Yogi will attend three more events — Saryu Trayodashi Janmotsav, birthday celebrations of Ram temple's chief priest Nritya Gopal Das, and a programme to mark the World Environment Day on June 5— which is also the CM's birthday. The ceremonies will culminate on the auspicious occasion of Ganga Dussehra on June 5. Rituals commenced on Monday evening with a grand Kalash Yatra from the banks of the Saryu River. The yatra passed through Veena Chowk, Rampath, Singarhat, and Rangmahal Barrier before reaching the temple premises. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now On June 3 and 4, a 12-hour-long puja will be performed daily from 6:30am, featuring the chanting of 1,975 mantras and sacred offerings to the fire god. Ram Raksha Stotra, Hanuman Chalisa and bhajans would continue to play in the background. To ensure the convenience of the devotees, Ayodhya District Magistrate Nikhil Tikaram Funde confirmed that extensive arrangements have been made, including shaded rest areas, drinking water stations, and mobile toilets. Special measures have also been taken in light of the prevailing heat, with 10 hospital beds reserved in each district hospital for emergencies. ORS packets are being distributed at the temple premises, outposts, and police stations. Resting areas and other amenities have also been made available within the temple premises for pilgrims.
