Ram Temple consecration: Maharashtra CM Shinde thanks PM Modi

Leading up to the grand consecration ceremony of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde attributed the realization of this dream to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, expressing gratitude for the event scheduled on January 22.

Shinde conveyed his belief in the protective nature of Lord Ram, stating, “Lord Ram will take care of everyone. The consecration of the Ram Temple will be done on January 22, marking a historic moment for our nation.”

The Chief Minister acknowledged PM Modi’s pivotal role in transforming this dream into reality, emphasizing, “PM Modi should be thanked, who has played a pivotal role in making this dream a reality. He has fulfilled the dream of crores of Indians.”

With the temple consecration approaching, the excitement and anticipation among the people are evident. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is slated to participate in the consecration ceremony at the Ram Temple on January 22, a highly anticipated event that has drawn the attention of several VVIP guests from India and abroad.

Vedic rituals for the Pran-Pratishtha (consecration) ceremony of Ram Lalla (infant Lord Ram) in Ayodhya will commence on January 16, a week before the main ceremony.

Varanasi-based priest Lakshmi Kant Dixit is set to perform the central rituals of the consecration ceremony on January 22.

Ayodhya will observe the Amrit Mahotsav from January 14 to January 22, featuring a 1008 Hundi Mahayagya, where thousands of devotees will be provided meals.

In preparation for the grand consecration, numerous tent cities are being erected in Ayodhya to accommodate the expected influx of devotees. The Sri Ram Janambhoomi Trust has arranged for facilities to accommodate 10,000-15,000 people.