Ram Mandir Inauguration Ceremony LIVE Updates Entering the temple premises, the prime minister carried a silver 'chattar' (umbrella) placed on a red folded dupatta. Adorned in a golden kurta paired with a cream dhoti and patka, he performed the 'sankalp' during the "pran pratishtha ceremony" and subsequently proceeded to the sanctum sanctorum for the rituals. Also Read: Ram Lalla ascends to his rightful throne as PM Modi performs Pran Pratishtha | Watch videos RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat, Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath were also present inside the sanctorum during the rituals.
Army helicopters showered flower petals on the temple premises when the consecration took place. Also Read: Ram Mandir Inauguration: ‘Mangal Dhvani’ echoes in Ayodhya as Amitabh Bachchan, Rajnikanth grace event | Photos "The extraordinary moment of the consecration of Shri Ram Lala's life in Ayodhya Dham is going to leave everyone emotional. It is my great pleasure to be a part of this divine program.
Hail Siya Ram!," Modi said on X. Following the ceremony, Modi is set to speak to the assembled crowd. Additionally, he has plans to visit the Kuber Tila and engage with the workers who played a role in the construction of the temple.
The temple, built in the traditional Nagara style, boasts impressive dimensions with a length (east-west) of 380 feet, a width of 250 feet, and a towering height of 161 feet. Supported by a total of 392 pillars and featuring 44 doors, the architectural design is a testament to its grandeur. Also Read: Ayodhya Ram Temple: Original Ram Lalla idol to be placed in front of new idol The pillars and walls of the temple serve as canvases for intricately sculpted depictions of Hindu deities,
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