1. Consecration of New Ram Lalla Idol in Ayodhya.
The newly constructed temple in Ayodhya witnessed the consecration of the new Ram Lalla idol on Monday, marked by grand celebrations and the participation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the rituals.
2. Prime Minister Modi's Participation.
Prime Minister Modi, adorned in a golden kurta and cream dhoti, walked into the temple premises with a silver 'chattar' for the "pran pratishtha ceremony." RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat, UP Governor Anandiben Patel, and CM Yogi Adityanath were also present during the rituals.
3. Inaugural Moments and Chants of 'Jai Sri Ram'.
The ceremony was accompanied by chants of 'Jai Sri Ram,' and as the consecration took place, army helicopters showered flower petals on the temple premises, creating a momentous atmosphere.
4. Presence of Indian Cinema Stars.
A constellation of Indian cinema stars, including Amitabh Bachchan, Chiranjeevi, Alia Bhatt, Ranbir Kapoor, Vicky Kaushal, and Katrina Kaif, graced Ayodhya to partake in the consecration ceremony.
5. Special Moments for Prime Minister Modi.
PM Modi expressed his sentiments, calling the consecration of the Ram Lalla idol an extraordinary and emotional moment. He deemed it a great privilege to be a part of this divine program.
6. Cultural Icons in Attendance.
Renowned figures from the Indian film industry, such as Rohit Shetty, Rajkumar Hirani, Ayushmann Khurrana, and Madhuri Dixit Nene, joined the grand event, emphasizing the cultural significance of the occasion.
7. Ayodhya's Ram Temple in the Political Landscape.
Ayodhya's Ram Temple, central to the Hindu rashtra imagination, holds significance in the broader context of sacred locations and pilgrimage networks. The cultural resources once aligned with composite nationalism are now serving a Hindu political order.
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8. Prime Minister Modi's Arrival and Address.
Prime Minister Modi arrived at the Maharshi Valmiki International Airport, proceeding to the helipad and later to the Ram temple for the "pran pratishtha" ceremony. He addressed the gathering after the ritual.
9. BJP Leaders Across Temples.
Senior BJP leaders, including Home Minister Amit Shah, gathered in various temples to witness the Pran Pratishta in Ayodhya. The ceremony garnered attention across political circles.
10. Ram Rajya Begins with Pran Pratishtha.
Chief Priest Acharya Satyendra Das expressed that with the Pran Pratishtha ceremony, Ram Rajya would commence, bringing an end to inequalities and fostering harmony across the nation.
11. Global Celebrations by Indian Diaspora.
The Indian diaspora across the world celebrated the Lord Ram temple ceremony, illuminating Times Square in New York, singing Ram Bhajans in the U.S., and inaugurating the first Lord Ram temple in Queretaro, Mexico.
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12. Special Moments During Aarti.
Temple authorities announced that army helicopters would shower flowers on Ayodhya during Aarti, accompanied by 30 artists playing Indian musical instruments. Guests would participate by ringing bells during the Aarti.
13. Financial Market Closure.
Indian stock exchanges remained closed on Monday for the Pran Pratistha of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, with normal trading activities set to resume on Tuesday. The upcoming financial market closure is scheduled for January 26 in observance of Republic Day celebrations.
