RAM LALLA IDOL
25 lakh diyas to be lit in 4-day Deepotsav celebrations at Ayodhya from October 28
Ayodhya is set to host a four-day Deepotsav celebration from October 28 to 31, marking the first such event after the consecration of Lord Ram in January. Over 25 lakh diyas will illuminate various ghats, with modern lighting and artistic installations enhancing the city's festive atmosphere.
Ram Lalla idol consecration ceremony cost Rs 113 crore: Details revealed by Trust
The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust detailed that the Ram Lalla idol consecration in Ayodhya cost Rs 113 crore. Up to now, Rs 1,800 crore has been spent on temple construction, with more expenses expected. The Trust presented its annual finances, showing substantial donations and careful fund utilization for temple projects.
"Na Mathura, na Kashi, abki baar Awadhesh Pasi": The real reason behind BJP's defeat in Ayodhya
The BJP's strategy of leveraging the Ram temple construction and the consecration of Ram Lalla's idol in January, just months before the Lok Sabha elections, failed to deliver the expected results. Despite BJP stalwart Lallu Singh's candidate from Faizabad, which includes Ayodhya, he was defeated by Samajwadi Party's Awadesh Prasad by over 54,000 votes.
Watch PM Modi's emotional reaction to 'Ram Lalla's first Surya Tilak' on Ram Navami
During the Surya Tilak ceremony, which took place at noon, special lenses and mirrors were carefully positioned to cast light on the forehead of the Ram Lalla idol. This event, lasting approximately 2.5 to 3 minutes, was accompanied by prayers and aarti performed by the temple priests at the Ayodhya Ram Mandir.
Surya Tilak: Old temples where Sun comes to worship the deity
Ram Navami at Ram Mandir: On the first Ram Navami for Ram Lalla at the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, devotees eagerly awaited the Surya Tilak ceremony, where the Sun's rays directly touched the deity's forehead. Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee researchers created the Surya Tilak mechanism using mirrors and lenses, highlighting ancient temple architecture's astronomical principles. Check which other temples in India witness sun coming to worship the deity.
Ram Lalla's Surya Tilak Completed: Watch mesmerising images of sun kissing Lord Ram's forehead in Ayodhya's Ram Mandir
Surya Tilak: On Ram Navami, Ayodhya's Ram Mandir welcomed devotees for darshan, extending hours to accommodate the rush. Ram Lalla's Surya Tilak ceremony, using an intricate mechanism of mirrors and lenses, saw the Sun's rays grace the deity's forehead. The trust emphasized simplicity, offering prasads post-darshan. VIP darshan remains suspended till April 19, with the city adorned for the occasion and live telecasts across Ayodhya.
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Karnataka: PM Modi accorded warm welcome by Ram Lalla idol sculptor at mega rally in Mysuru
Sculptor Arun Yogiraj welcomed PM Modi in Mysore, plans Ayodhya visit for Ram Navami with family. Shared devotees' love for Ram Lalla; staff feels his eyes make him alive, ready to speak.
Arun Yogiraj, creator of Ram lalla idol, mobbed by huge crowd at Bengaluru's Kempegowda Airport
Sculptor Arun Yogiraj, who crafted the Ram Lalla idol at the Ram temple in Ayodhya, was mobbed upon his return at Bengaluru Airport. He was escorted out of the terminal by CISF personnel due to the large crowd. The chaos at the airport led to cops pushing the crowd away. Yogiraj was greeted by his family and whisked away by city cops as mediapersons tried to interview him.
BJP MP prevented from entering village that supplied stone for Ram Lalla idol
BJP MP Pratap Simha encountered an irate gathering in a village within his Mysuru constituency on Monday, where locals prevented his participation in a religious ceremony. Simha was attending the foundation laying event of a temple in Gujjegowdanapura village, Harohalli, which had supplied the stone block for the idol of Ram Lalla in Ayodhya.
Ayodhya Ram Mandir: Why 2.5 billion-year-old black granite was used in making Ram Lalla idol
The 51-inch idol was sculpted using Krishna Shila stone, which is common in the districts of HD Kote and Mysore. This stone, which has a black look and is named "krishnashila" because it is the same colour as that of Lord Krishna. Since calcite makes up the majority of the stone, sculptors can easily sculpt complicated patterns with it.
How did Nepal and Sri Lanka celebrate Ram Lalla's welcome in Ayodhya?
As India rejoiced in the long-awaited welcome of Ram Lalla to Ayodhya after 500 years, neighbouring countries Sri Lanka and Nepal, both intricately connected to the Ramayana, also partook in the celebrations. Numerous temples in these nations marked the consecration of 'Ram Lalla' in Ayodhya, synchronising their rituals with the official ceremony. Monday witnessed the performance of ceremonies in various temples, including the renowned Nallur Kovil temple.
What we saw in Ayodhya on Jan 22 will be etched in our memories for years to come: PM Modi
As the inauguration of the temple marked the culmination of a decades-long campaign to reclaim a disputed religious site in Ayodhya, Modi said it was the advent of a new era. Lakhs of people watched the pran pratishtha' (consecration) ceremony on television at their homes and in neighbourhood temples, savouring the historic moment.
Meet the Mysuru-based sculptor Arun Yogiraj who chiselled the 'Ram Lalla' idol
The idol of Ram Lalla was unveiled at Shri Ram Janmaboomi Temple in Ayodhya by Musuru-based sculptor Arun Yogiraj. The idol, made from a three-billion-year-old rock known as 'Krishna Shile', was adorning the sanctum sanctorum of the Ram Temple. Yogiraj, a fifth-generation sculptor, expressed his excitement and mentioned his previous works, including the idol of Adi Shankaracharya and the statue of Subhas Chandra Bose. He learned sculpting from his father and his family watched the ceremony live on TV.
Ayodhya Ram Mandir: From 1528 to 2024, here is a full timeline of 500 years
The new Ram Lalla idol was consecrated at the Ayodhya Ram temple by Prime Minister Narendra Modi today. Here is a timeline of the Ayodhya Ram temple issue, from the construction of Babri Masjid to the historic verdict by the Supreme Court granting the disputed land to deity Ram Lalla.
Ram temple chief priest demands probe after full-face photo Ram Lalla idol goes viral
"The eyes of Lord Ram's idol cannot be revealed before the 'Pran Pratishtha' is completed. If the eyes can be seen, an investigation should be done on who revealed the eyes and how the pictures of the idol went viral on social media," chief priest Satyendra Das said.
Watch first visuals of Ram Lalla idol in Ayodhya Ram Mandir after 'Pran Pratishtha'
The unveiling of the 51-inch idol of Ram Lalla, adorned in full dress and ornaments, marked a historic moment at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya. Crafted by Arun Yogiraj of Karnataka, portraying Lord Ram as a five-year-old, the idol's innocence, divinity, and royalty were highlighted by the Trust authorities. Prime Minister Modi completed the 'Pran Prathishta' ceremony, infusing divine essence into the idol.
Old idol of Ram Lalla to be placed in front of new idol, says Ram temple trust's treasure
The old idol of Ram Lalla will be placed in front of the new idol during the consecration ceremony at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. The construction of the temple has cost over Rs 1,100 crore so far, with an estimated additional Rs 300 crore needed to complete the work. The selection process for the Ram Lalla idol involved choosing one out of three based on specific criteria, including a child-like face and correct proportions.
Why Ayodhya Ram Mandir chief priest is unhappy with Ram Lallaa's leaked full idol photos?
Ayodhya Ram Mandir: There is heightened concern among officials following the leak of a photo of the Ram Lalla idol from the sanctum sanctorum ahead of the consecration of the Ram temple in Ayodhya on January 22. Acharya Satyendra Das, the chief priest of Shri Ram Janmabhoomi, expressed strong disapproval, stating that the revealed image of the idol with open eyes is incorrect, as the eyes should only open during the prana pratishtha rituals.
Full-face Ram Lalla revealed ahead of Ram Mandir inauguration; Check latest pics here
Ram Mandir Inauguration: The 51-inch idol of Lord Ram, sculpted by Arun Yogiraj, was placed in Ayodhya's Ram Temple for the 'pran pratishtha' ceremony. PM Modi will perform the puja for the 'Pran Pratistha' on January 22. He has requested the public not to visit Ayodhya on that day and has encouraged lighting a diya in every Indian home.
Ram Lalla idol placed in 'Garbha Griha' in Ayodhya Ram Mandir
In anticipation of the momentous 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony at the Ram Mandir scheduled for January 22, a significant step has been taken as the idol of Lord Ram finds its place in the temple's 'Garbha Griha.' Preceding this auspicious occasion, symbolic rituals, including the 'Parisar Pravesh' and 'Kalash Pujan,' have been observed with utmost reverence. This marks a crucial juncture in the lead-up to the consecration ceremony, with elaborate rituals continuing until January 21.
New Idol of Ram Lalla to be installed on Thursday
The new idol of Ram Lalla is scheduled to be installed inside the sanctum sanctorum on January 18, ahead of the pran pratishtha ceremony on January 22. The pre-rituals for the consecration have begun, with the idol sculpted by Arun Yogiraj. Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra trustee Anil Mishra performed a puja at the Saryu Ghat in Ayodhya.
Pran Pratishtha ceremony: Security measures taken, parcel restrictions imposed in Ayodhya, Prayagraj
In anticipation of the upcoming Pran Pratishtha of Lord Ram Lalla, rigorous security measures have been implemented, and restrictions on parcel handling activities have been imposed at Ayodhya Cantt and Prayagraj Sangam stations. The Northern Railway's CPRO, Deepak Kumar, announced a restriction on all parcel handling activities, including leased SLRS, VPS, and demand VPs, at Ayodhya Cantt from January 20 to January 31, 2024.
Consecration rituals begin at Ram Mandir in Ayodhya
Ram Mandir's consecration ceremony has begun with eleven priests performing rituals invoking all devis and devtas. The "anushthan" will continue until January 22, with 121 "acharyas" conducting the rituals. The "Pran Pratishtha" will begin at 12:20 pm on January 22. The rituals preceding the ceremony include "prayaschita" and "karmakuti poojan", followed by "parisar pravesh" on January 17.
Ram Mandir: Ram Lalla idol placement in 'Garbha Griha' on Jan 18; rituals to start from tomorrow, says Champat Rai
The idol of Lord Ram will be placed in the 'Garbh Griha' of the temple on January 18, with the Pran Pratishtha ceremony scheduled for January 22 at 12:20 pm, according to Champat Rai, General Secretary of Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra. The muhurat was determined by Ganeshwar Shastri Dravid of Varanasi.
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