Ram Mandir first morning: Devotees throng temple for darshan of Ram Lalla. Watch video
Ram Lalla idol was unveiled at the Pran Pratishtha ceremony after the hour-long rituals in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who led the ceremony. The 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony of Lord Ram was held at 12.29 p.m. The ceremony was attended by representatives of the country's major spiritual and religious sects.
People from all walks of life, including representatives of various tribal communities, also attended the ceremony. Built in the traditional Nagara style, Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Mandir has a length (east-west) of 380 feet and a width of 250 feet. It stands 161 feet above the ground and is supported by 392 pillars and 44 doors.
The pillars and walls of the temple showcase intricately sculpted depictions of Hindu deities, Gods, and Goddesses. In the sanctum sanctorum on the ground floor, the childhood form of Bhagwan Shri Ram (the idol of Shri Ramlalla) is enthroned. The temple town was gripped in religious fervour after the completion of the Pran Pratishtha ceremony of Ram Lalla on Monday in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, and other dignitaries.
The 51-inch-tall idol of Ram Lalla was crafted by sculptor Arun Yogiraj from Mysuru. The grand event saw the presence of around 7,000 VVIPS from across the nation and of different professions. From famous actors to top industrialists to sportspersons, a lot of people attended the Ram Temple consecration ceremony.
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