Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced on Friday that he will personally preside over the consecration ceremony of the grand Ram temple in Ayodhya on January 22. The ceremony, known as ‘Pran Pratishtha,’ marks a historic moment in the construction of the revered temple.
In a video message shared on social media platform X, Prime Minister Modi expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to witness the auspicious occasion and represent the people of India during the significant ‘Pran Pratishtha’ ceremony. He announced the commencement of an 11-day anushthan (rituals) starting from the day of the announcement.
“Only 11 days are left for Ram Lalla’s ‘pran pratishtha’ in Ayodhya. I am fortunate to witness the auspicious occasion. God has asked me to represent the people of India during the ceremony. Keeping in mind, I am beginning an 11-day special ritual from today. I seek blessings from all of you,” stated the Prime Minister in his video message.
The initiation of these rituals underscores the profound spiritual significance attached to the upcoming consecration ceremony. Prime Minister Modi’s personal involvement in the 11-day anushthan reflects a commitment to the cultural and religious heritage associated with the construction of the Ram temple.
The ‘Pran Pratishtha’ ceremony, scheduled for January 22, is expected to draw global attention and is considered a landmark moment in India’s cultural and historical narrative. The temple, dedicated to Lord Ram, has been a long-cherished dream for millions of devotees, and its completion is seen as a moment of unity and celebration for the nation.
As the rituals commence, the nation eagerly awaits the culmination of this monumental journey with the consecration of the Ram temple, a symbol of faith, devotion, and cultural richness deeply embedded in the collective consciousness of the Indian people.
