As people nationwide commemorated the ‘Pran Pratistha’ of Ram Lalla in Ayodhya, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal actively participated in ‘bhandaras’ organized across the national capital. In posts on X, Kejriwal shared pictures of himself worshipping at a temple and later engaging in the community-wide food distribution program, known as ‘bhandaras,’ conducted on special occasions.
Offering his congratulations and best wishes on this sacred occasion in another X post, Kejriwal highlighted the historic significance of the Pran Pratistha ceremony of Lord Ram in the newly constructed Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Mandir in Ayodhya. The ceremony, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, took place at 12:29 pm, following a seven-day ritual that began on January 16, 2024.
The Pran Pratistha ceremony saw the participation of representatives from major spiritual and religious sects, along with individuals from diverse backgrounds, including various tribal communities. Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the gathering, expressing joy that Ram Lalla would no longer reside in a tent but in the grand temple.
“After centuries of unprecedented patience, countless sacrifices, renunciations, and penances, our Prabhu Ram has come,” remarked the Prime Minister. He added, “Ram Lalla will not stay in a tent now. He will stay in the grand temple.”
Following the Pran Pratistha rituals, the idol of Ram Lalla was unveiled at the Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Mandir. The temple, constructed in traditional Nagara style, boasts dimensions of 380 feet in length (east-west), 250 feet in width, and 161 feet in height, supported by 392 pillars and 44 doors. The intricately sculpted pillars and walls showcase depictions of Hindu deities, gods, and goddesses, with the main sanctum sanctorum housing the idol of Shri Ramlalla.