The spouse of sculptor Arun Yogiraj, Vijetha, expressed her happiness and pride as her husband played a crucial role in creating the Ram Lala idol in Ayodhya. She mentioned that during the crafting of the idol, Arun Yogiraj adopted a lifestyle similar to that of a sage, observing a six-month-long fast with a diet limited to ‘satvik bhojan,’ fruits, and sprouts.
Highlighting Arun’s unconventional journey, she pointed out that he initially pursued an MBA in HR and worked as a Manager in HR before immersing himself in his sculpting heritage. Arun Yogiraj, the fifth generation in a family of sculptors, initiated his carving skills at the age of 11, becoming a symbol of their family’s rich tradition.
Vijetha shared her thoughts, saying, “We never thought about this, but yes, Arun has so much talent. We were hoping that something like this should happen to him, and his art should be recognized and appreciated worldwide.”
Expressing the family’s joy and pride, Vijetha stated, “Arun has made us proud. Our family name and tradition have reached the sky.” She revealed that the family plans to visit Ayodhya after the event, expressing gratitude for the overwhelming love and blessings received from people across the country.
“We are planning to visit Ayodhya after the event. After Arun was selected to make ‘Prabhu’ Ram idol, people from everywhere showered love. Many people came and blessed us,” she remarked.
Describing Arun Yogiraj’s crafted idol as “the most beautiful statue,” she emphasized its divine presence, evoking the spirit of Ram Lala returning to Ayodhya.
The Pran Pratishtha of Lord Ram’s idol is scheduled at the grand temple in Ayodhya at 12:30 PM on January 22, in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Elaborate arrangements are underway for the ceremony, with rituals for the ‘Pran Pratishtha’ starting on Tuesday and continuing for seven days. The Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust has extended invitations to thousands of VIP guests for the ceremony.