Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) [India], January 22 (ANI): Ayodhya witnessed a remarkable Deepotsav celebration following the ‘Pran Pratishtha‘ ceremony of Shri Ram Lalla in the divine grand temple on Monday. The spectacle was nothing short of amazing, supernatural, and unforgettable–an unimaginable beauty that captivated all who beheld it. Residents of Ramnagari Ayodhya, along with devotees from remote corners of India, lit Ram Jyoti. The echoes of “Ram-Ram” resonated throughout homes, creating an atmosphere of devotional jubilation.
Even in front of Hanumangarhi temple, a grand celebration took place. This Deepotsav in Avadhpuri was truly unique, with a distinct excitement, enthusiasm, and joy in everyone’s hearts, marking the end of a 500-year struggle. The Deepotsav celebration in Ayodhya infused the city with unprecedented fervour. Joy and intimacy were palpable as countless lamps illuminated the banks of Saryu, Ram Ki Paidi, Maths, Temples, and other public places.
The entire Avadhpuri was adorned for the grand festival of Shri Ram, featuring elaborate lighting on temples, small streets, and main roads, as well as all government and religious buildings. City residents celebrated the presence of their beloved Ram by illuminating lamps in their homes. Saryu Aarti was performed with heightened enthusiasm, involving many dignitaries, sages, and saints at the ghats.
Since Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath took office in 2017, the concept of a grand Deepotsav celebration has been envisioned, growing in grandeur each year. The second Deepotsav of the Yogi government’s second term in 2023 set unprecedented records, with 22.23 lakh lamps illuminating Ayodhya.
In 2024, exactly three months later, Ayodhya celebrated Diwali once again after the ‘Pran Pratishtha‘ of Shri Ram, resonating with the government’s vision of ‘Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat.’ People of diverse languages, styles, and castes gathered to light the lamp of faith with the Ram Jyoti, guided by the double-engine government.
Ayodhya exuded a supernatural aura, reminiscent of Tretayug. The lighting of lamps in reverence for their idol was accompanied by wishes for prosperity, as Rangoli adorned intersections. Visitors from outside also joined in, lighting lamps in reverence. Post the consecration on January 22, a mesmerising projection show took place at Ram Ki Paedi until 7 p.m. This was followed by a captivating laser show and an eco-friendly fireworks display at Ram Ki Paedi.
Pran Pratishtha: Jagadguru Rambhadracharya says situation similar to Rishi Vashishth
Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) [India], January 22 (ANI): As the saint community across the nation are joyful following the Pran Pratishtha ceremony in Ram Temple, Ayodhya Jagadguru Rambhadracharya compared his emotional situation to that of Rishi Vasishtha. ” I’m still emotional…today my situation is similar to Vashishth’s situation when Lord Ram returned after ‘vanvaas‘. When asked about his recent interaction with PM Narendra Modi he said, “He (PM) asked about by wellbeing, I said all good and blessed him.
Earlier, ahead of the auspicious Pran Pratishtha, Jagadguru Rambhadracharya has extended his best wishes to all ‘Sanatan’ followers and urged people to incorporate the values of Lord Ram into their lives. “I extend my best wishes to all the people of the ‘Sanatan’ religion on the occasion of Pran Pratishtha of Ram Lalla. I want everyone to incorporate the characteristics of Lod Ram into their lives and behaviours.
Today, Treta Yug is casting its shadow on Kalyug. A similar joy to that of Lord Ram returning to Ayodhya from ‘vanvaas‘ can be experienced today,” said Jagadguru. On being asked about the people who declined the invitation to the grand event, Jagadguru said, “Vinash Kaale Viprit Buddhi,” adding that he does not want to comment further on them.
The 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 Prime Minister walked inside the temple premises with a silver ‘chattar’ (umbrella) placed on a red folded dupatta. RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat, Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath were also present inside the sanctorum during the rituals. Devotees and guests chanted ‘Jai Sri Ram’ as the ceremony was held. (ANI)
“Matter of pride for nation,” says Vasudevanand Saraswati on ‘Pran Pratishtha’ ceremony
Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) [India], January 22 (ANI): After the Pran Pratishtha ceremony at Ayodhya’s Ram Mandir was completed on Monday, Vasudevanand Saraswati Maharaj, a trustee in the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra, said that it is a matter of pride for the nation, adding that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is patriotic and a devout. “Pran Pratishtha of Lord Shri Ram was completed with great joy. It is a matter of pride for the nation. After 500 years, Lord Ram entered this grand building. Its responsibility was greatly discharged by our Prime Minister Modi. Our Prime Minister is very devout and patriotic. Lord Ram resides within everyone,” Vasudevanand Saraswati Maharaj told ANI.
The 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 rituals. RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat, Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath were also present inside the sanctorum during the rituals.
As the nation is steeped in joy after the ‘Pran Pratishtha’ ceremony of Shri Ram Lalla at Ayodhya’s temple, the Saryu Ghat in the ‘Ram Nagri’ witnessed a captivating ‘Aarti’ event with several people bowing down to the lord with folded hands. Meanwhile, a mega ‘Deepotsava’ was also organised at Saryu Ghat in Ayodhya, with the ‘Ram Jyotis’ illuminating the city and symbolising the divine presence of Ram Lalla. (ANI)
