A total of 45 kilograms of pure gold has been used in the construction of Ayodhya’s Ram Temple, according to Nripendra Mishra, Chairman of the Ram Temple Construction Committee. The announcement came a day after the consecration of the Ram Darbar on the temple’s first floor.
Mishra revealed that the gold used for decorating the doors and Lord Ram’s throne is valued at approximately Rs 50 crore, excluding taxes. He also noted that gold work is still underway, particularly in the Sheshavatar Temple, which forms part of the larger complex.
While the temple’s main sanctum and structure have been completed, auxiliary facilities including museums, an auditorium, and guest accommodations are still under construction and are expected to be finished by the end of the year.
Restricted entry to Ram darbar
Public access to the newly consecrated Ram Darbar remains restricted due to ongoing construction and crowd management measures. Champat Rai, Secretary of the Ram Temple Trust, told PTI, “A lift is being constructed for elderly devotees, but it will take time to complete.” He added, “Devotees will have to wait to visit the Ram Darbar due to current unfavourable conditions. Public access may begin after the monsoon season.”
Rai also confirmed the consecration of seven idols on the temple’s first floor. The central figure of Ram Darbar is surrounded by idols of Hanuman, Surya, Ganpati, Annapurna, Bhagwati, and Shiva.
Devotees thronging Ram Temple
Despite limited access, devotees are thronging the temple, enduring scorching heat and long queues. Ramji Mishra, a pilgrim from Basti, said, “The path to the sanctum is very long, and the stones become extremely hot under the sun.” His companion Sudhakar added, “It’s best to wear thick socks while visiting the temple in this weather.”
Temple authorities reiterated that public access to the Ram Darbar will only be allowed once all facilities are operational and crowd control arrangements are in place. The final ritual of hoisting the temple’s flag is expected to take place in October or November, once the weather improves.
(With inputs from PTI)