The much-awaited Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, is nearing completion and is set to be inaugurated on January 22, 2024, by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The preparations for the consecration ceremony of the revered Shri Ram temple are in full swing, promising a grand affair. Let’s delve into the significant details surrounding this event.
Invitations Extended to Dignitaries and Devotees
- Honoring Dignitaries and Spiritual Leaders: The invitations have been extended not only to the revered saints and spiritual leaders but also to prominent figures who have contributed significantly to the nation’s honor across various domains.
Infrastructure Development and Facilities
- TirthakshetraPuram: A Hub of Facilities: A township named TirthakshetraPuram (Bagh Bijaisi) has been established, featuring 6 tube wells, 6 kitchen facilities, and a hospital equipped with ten beds.
- Healthcare Support: Approximately 1,500 doctors from across the nation have pledged their services for the consecration ceremony.
- Community Support: Arrangements for community kitchens, dining facilities, and food distribution centers will be set up in every corner of the township.
Extensive Invitations and Participation
- Sant Samagam: Around 4,000 saints have been cordially invited to grace the occasion, with efforts made to ensure the representation of saints from all traditions. Invitations have been extended to prominent figures from different spiritual paths, including the Shankaracharyas, leaders from the Sikh and Buddhist communities.
- Inclusive Invitation: Key figures such as Swami Narayan, representatives from the Art of Living, Gayatri Parivar, eminent personalities from the agricultural and artistic realms have also been invited to partake in this momentous event.
- Acknowledging Contributions: Active journalists from the period between 1984 and 1992, as well as the relatives of the KarSevaks, have been extended invitations to honor their contributions.
The Idol Creation and Ceremonial Aspects
- Idol Carving and Selection: Sculptors Ganesh Bhatt, Arun Yogiraj, and Satyanarayan Pandey are meticulously crafting the idol of Ram Lalla. The chosen sculpture will be decided based on its ability to encapsulate the tender innocence of a five-year-old child.
- Commencement of Rituals: The consecration ceremony will commence on January 16th, with the puja being led by Ganeshwar Shastri Dravid and Lakshmikant Dikshit (Karmakand). Following the consecration puja, a 48-day Mandal Puja will ensue under the guidance of Vishwaprasanna Teerth Ji.
The initiation of the Ram Janmabhoomi Temple signifies a momentous event in the cultural and spiritual heritage of India. With preparations in full swing, the grandeur of this event is poised to resonate across the nation and the world.
