Ayodhya

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Asianet News Network has been at the forefront of covering the construction journey of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, providing exclusive access to the site on three occasions. Ahead of the Pran Pratishtha ceremony, the network once again gained entry into the new abode of Lord Ram.

The fervour surrounding the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya has transcended various societal segments, with visible excitement even at Antilia, the residence of Mukesh Ambani, one of the world's wealthiest persons.

The grand 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony of the Ram Mandir will take place on January 22 in Ayodhya. Ramdev, Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, Rajinikanth, Kangana Ranaut, and Anupam Kher are among the many eminent attendees.

In Shibarbandi, Karnataka, a colossal arrow believed to be wielded by Lord Rama has been found. The 7-foot arrow is enshrined in the "Shibarbandi Sriram's Bana Temple," where worshippers offer prayers. Locals attribute historical significance to the relic, connecting it to Rama's divine weapon lineage. Meanwhile, a Dalit man, Ramdas H, donates land in Harohalli, Mysore, for a Ram Mandir, where a stone for the Ayodhya Ram Mandir's idol was discovered. The consecration is scheduled for January 22.

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah of Karnataka announced that the state will not have a public holiday on January 22 for the Ram Mandir inauguration, citing lack of information on temple rituals and the syrup-fruit system. Despite appeals, the CM emphasized special poojas in Mujarai departmental temples. He refrained from commenting on Tamil Nadu's live broadcast ban and suggested relocating Bengaluru's racecourse. The government will provide an extra 1,500 rupees to Kobbari. Opposition Leader Ashok expressed disappointment, echoing the sentiments of Union Ministers and former Chief Ministers.

People from all corners of the world are gifting their valuable works to the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust ahead of the Pran Pratishtha ceremony. Navratna Prajapati, a Guinness World Record Holder made the smallest idol of Shri Ram.

The 'Pran Pratishtha' or the consecration ceremony at Ram temple in Ayodhya will take place on January 22, 2024. As part of the grand event, send these wishes, quotes and images to your loved ones to celebrate it.

Mohan Bhagwat, Chief of RSS and a key guest at Ayodhya's consecration ceremony, emphasized that the reconstruction of the Shri Ram Temple signifies a revival of national pride and called for an end to bitterness surrounding the Ayodhya dispute.

Umashankar Dixit, a priest in San Francisco for 30 years, handed over 1kg gold to Ayodhya Ram Mandir, collected from devotees. Born in Karnataka, Dixit studied in Bengaluru and served as a priest in Delhi, Jaalpur, and Badri before moving to the USA. He highlights his service and temple construction, mentioning the USA as "Rama Rajya" during Bill Clinton's presidency.