Prime minister Narendra Modi has started performing pran pratishtha (consecration) ceremony of Shri Ramlalla in the newly built Shri Ram Janmbhoomi temple in Ayodhya at 12.15 p.m. today.

Earlier in October 2023, the prime minister had received the invitation from Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Trust for the pran pratishtha ceremony.

PM Modi will perform a ceremony between 12.15 p.m. and 12.55 which will also include the opening of the deity’s eyes, applying kajal, and showcasing a mirror to the deity.

Showering of flowers will be done at the temple at 12.55 p.m.

The Prime Minister will address this distinguished gathering between 1 and 2 p.m.

The prime minister will interact with shramjeevis (workers) associated with the construction of the temple. Prime minister will also visit the Kuber Tila, where the ancient Mandir of Bhagwan Shiv has been restored. He will also perform Pooja and Darshan at this restored temple.

A recent addition to Kuber Tila is the Jatayu statue, paying homage to the holy bird’s role in the Ramayana. Jatayu’s attempt to save Sita from Ravana’s clutches finds recognition as the prime minister may pay his tributes to this bronze statue during the visit.

Temple’s specifications

The magnificent Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Mandir is constructed in traditional Nagara style. Its length (east-west) is 380 feet; width 250 feet and height is 161 feet; and is supported by a total of 392 pillars and 44 doors.

The pillars and walls of the temple showcase intricately sculpted depictions of Hindu deities, gods, and goddesses. In the main sanctum sanctorum at ground floor, the childhood form of Shri Ram (the idol of Shri Ramlalla) has been placed.

The main entrance to the Mandir is situated on the eastern side, which can be approached by ascending 32 stairs through the Singh Dwar.

There are a total of five Mandaps (Halls) in the Mandir – Nritya Mandap, Rang Mandap, Sabha Mandap, Prathana Mandap and Kirtan Mandap. Near the Mandir is a historic Well (Sita koop), dating back to the ancient era.

In the southwestern part of the Mandir complex, at Kuber Tila, the ancient Mandir of Bhagwan Shiv has been restored, along with the installation of a statue of Jatayu.

The foundation of the Mandir has been constructed with a 14-meter- thick layer of roller-compacted concrete (RCC), giving it the appearance of artificial rock. No iron is used anywhere in the Mandir.

For protection against ground moisture, a 21-foot-high plinth has been constructed using granite. The Mandir complex has a sewage treatment plant, water treatment plant, water supply for fire safety and an independent power station. The Mandir has been constructed employing the country’s traditional and indigenous technology.

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