Ayodhya Ram Temple 19 Jan 2024 Live Update: In less than 72 hours, the majestic Ram Mandir will be inaugurated in Ayodhya on January 22. According to the religious gurus, all the sacred rituals of the ‘Pran Pratishtha’ are going on with all traditional fervor in the temple town. With lighting of the ‘jyoti’, today’s rituals of “Aranimanthan” began in morning hours. Nine kundas of different shapes have been prepared, apart from the main “Yagya Shala”. These ‘kundas’ will also be lit today in a “Kunda puja”. All other rituals will also be performed today. These include “Aushadhadhivas, Kesaradhivas, Ghritadhivas”.
The official countdown to the grand ceremony on January 22 has begun. Vedic rituals for the consecration of Ram Lalla in Ayodhya commenced on January 16, marking the start of the week-long Ayodhya Ram Mandir pran pratishtha ceremony.
After the consecration, the temple gates will open for devotees to join the aarti ceremony. Three types of aartis will be conducted, and free passes will be issued for attendance. Each aarti will accommodate a limited capacity, with thirty individuals allowed to participate in each spiritual experience.
Below is a table of the 7-day schedule for rituals and events.
| Date | Rituals |
| January 16 | Praayashchitta and Karmakuti Poojan |
| January 17 | Parisar Pravesh of the Murty |
| January 18 | Teerth Poojan, Jal Yatra, Jalaadhivas and Gandhaadivass (Morning) Dhaanyaadhivaas (Evening) |
| January 19 | Aushudhaadivaas, Kesaraadhivaas and Ghritaadivaas (Morning) Dhaanyaadhivaas (Evening) |
| January 20 | Sharkaraadhivaas and Phalaadhivaas (Morning) Pushpaadhivaas (Evening) |
| January 21 | Madhyaadivaas (Morning) Shayyaadhivaas (Evening) |
| January 22 | Worship and consecration of Ram Lalla |
Catch all the latest updates from Ayodhya and across the country in our special Ram Mandir live blog:
The Reserve Bank on Friday said money markets will open at 2.30 pm instead of 9 am on January 22, with the government announcing a half-day holiday in connection with the consecration of the Ram temple in Ayodhya. In view of the half-day closing on January 22 announced by the Government of India, the trading hours for the various markets regulated by the Reserve Bank of India have also been truncated, according to a circular. (PTI)
The idol of Lord Ram, which has already been placed at the temple in UP's Ayodhya was revealed today. The 51-inch idol shows Lord Ram as a five-year-old child with a golden bow and arrow. (Read More)
According to the latest reports, all five Supreme Court judges who gave the Ram Janmabhoomi-Babri Masjid judgment back in 2019 have been invited to the pran pratishtha ceremony of Ram Lalla in Ayodhya on January 22.
As the grand Lord Ram ‘pran prathistha’ ceremony day in Ayodhya nears on January 22, elaborate security arrangements are in place in the temple town as eminent personalities, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, from the nation and across the world will converge at the place. Around 10,000 CCTV cameras have been installed in the entire district and cops have been deployed in the area. Some of the CCTVs cameras are AI-powered. (Read More)
All government offices and institutions in Madhya Pradesh will remain closed for half a day on January 22 to celebrate the consecration of Ram temple in Ayodhya, officials said on Friday. The state government issued a notification late on Thursday night regarding the closure of offices till 2.30 pm on January 22, they said. (PTI)
New photos of the 51-inch Ram Lalla idol, which was installed inside the sanctum sanctorum as part of the rituals in the run-up to the consecration ceremony of the Ram Temple, have surfaced. (Read More)
West Bengal BJP president Sukanta Majumdar on Friday wrote to Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, urging her to declare holiday on January 22 so that people can participate in the celebrations marking the Ram temple consecration ceremony in Ayodhya. Central government establishments, public sector banks, insurance companies, financial institutions and regional rural banks (RRBs) across the country will remain closed for half a day on January 22. (PTI)
Days ahead of the ‘pran prathistha’ (consecration) ceremony in Ayodhya’s Ram Mandir, Uttar Pradesh’s Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) has detained three “suspicious” men on Thursday evening, reports The Indian Express. (Read More)
Traditional wedding bands in Delhi are gearing up for a busy day on January 22 with hundreds of celebratory events planned at temples across the city to celebrate the Ram temple consecration ceremony in Ayodhya. According to industry experts, more than 1,500 such events will take place in markets and temples, and the wedding bands have been booked to perform devotional songs and bhajans during these programmes to enhance the devotional and festive fervour. (PTI)
The grand ‘pran prathistha’ (consecration) ceremony of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya is all set to take place on January 22 (Monday), which would see the at least 7,000 people in attendance. The ceremony will be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and the Ram Mandir is being made at an estimated cost of Rs 1,800 crore. (Read More)
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Latest reports say that the central government offices will remains shut till 2:30 pm on Jan 22
As part of the pre-ceremony rituals for the January 22 consecration at the Ram temple, 'Ganesh Pujan' and 'Varun Pujan' are scheduled for Thursday, according to a priest. The idol of Ram Lalla was placed inside the sanctum sanctorum on Wednesday night, following a 'Kalash Pujan' earlier in the day. The rituals, initiated on Tuesday, will persist until January 21.
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A high-level team from the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) is sent to Ayodhya to address cyber threats ahead of the Ram Temple inauguration on January 22. The joint team, comprising officials from MHA's Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre, MEITy, IB, CERT-In, and cyber experts, responds to alerts about potential cyber threats and malicious mobile applications related to VIP entry for the Ayodhya temple sent on WhatsApp.
Arvind Kejriwal, the leader of the Aam Aadmi Party and Delhi Chief Minister, stated on Wednesday that he is yet to receive the final invitation for the Ram Temple visit but plans to go to Ayodhya after January 22.
On Tuesday, the Bengal Chief Minister declined to comment on "various temples," stating that religion is a personal matter. However, she mentioned plans to visit the Kalighat temple near Kolkata on January 22. Additionally, a "communal harmony rally" is scheduled, involving people from all communities, stopping at temples, churches, gurudwaras, and mosques before concluding at south Kolkata's Park Circus Maidan.
Approximately 100 dignitaries, including ambassadors and MPs from 55 countries, have received invitations for the 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya on January 22.
Champat Rai, the general secretary of Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, announced that the Ram temple will be accessible for public 'darshan' starting January 23.
The Mahakaleshwar temple in Ujjain is preparing to send 500,000 laddus to Ayodhya for the Ram temple consecration on January 22. As of Thursday, 400,000 laddus have been packed, each weighing about 50 grams. The total consignment will be 250 quintals, with an additional 100,000 laddus currently being packaged.
In a momentous occasion set to resonate with lakhs of faithful, the long-anticipated inauguration of the Ram Mandir is scheduled to take place on January 22. Located in Ayodhya, believed to be the birthplace of Lord Ram, the Ram Mandir is a symbol of reverence and devotion for centuries. The grandeur of the temple, adorned with intricate carvings and architectural marvels, pays homage to the timeless values and principles enshrined in the epic Ramayana. (Read More)
In anticipation of the inauguration of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya scheduled for January 22, the city has experienced a significant surge in investor interest. Millions of pilgrims from around the world are expected to embark on pilgrimages to the revered site, prompting projections of a potential daily footfall reaching up to 3 lakh individuals. (Read More)
As a notable prelude to the upcoming 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony on January 22, the idol of Lord Ram was positioned in the temple's inner sanctum, 'Garbha Griha' today. A symbolic 'Parisar Pravesh' of a replica of the main idol occurred on Wednesday, accompanied by Vedic chants.
The design includes the Ram temple, the prayer 'Mangal Bhavan Amangal Hari,' Sun, Saryu river, and sculptures around the temple. Six stamps feature the Ram temple, Lord Ganesh, Lord Hanuman, Jatayu, Kevatraj, and Ma Shabri, representing different aspects associated with the sacred location.
The stamp book aims to highlight the global admiration for Lord Ram, featuring stamps from over 20 countries, including the US, New Zealand, Singapore, Canada, Cambodia, and organizations like the UN. The 48-page book incorporates a majestic icon with a gold leaf of sun rays and 'chaupai,' symbolizing harmony among the five physical elements essential for all manifestations: sky, air, fire, earth, and water.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi released Commemorative Postage Stamps on Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Mandir and a book of stamps issued on Lord Ram around the world. Components of the design include the Ram Mandir, Choupai 'Mangal Bhavan Amangal Hari', Sun, Sarayu River and Sculptures in and around the Temple. (ANI)
Devotees' anticipation rises for the upcoming Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha. An artist from Amritsar crafted a 10-foot painting of Lord Ram, aspiring for its installation in Ayodhya's Ram Mandir. Made with acrylic colors, the painting portrays Lord Ram standing behind the Ram Mandir, expressing the artist's dedication and reverence.
Over 11,000 guests across the country have been invited to the Pran Pratistha ceremony, with special gifts planned for all attendees. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to attend the ceremony, where an idol of Ram Lalla will be enshrined in the sanctum sanctorum of Ayodhya's Ram Temple on January 22.
Today, BJP National President JP Nadda will engage in two public events in the national capital. The first involves his voluntary participation in a cleanliness drive at Pashupati Nath Temple in East Delhi's Vishwas Nagar area, aligning with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's call for temple cleaning ahead of the 'Pran Pratishtha' of Ram Lala at Ayodhya's Ram Temple on January 22.
Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief Sharad Pawar will not attend the consecration ceremony of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya on January 22. He plans to visit Ayodhya for "darshan" after the ceremony. Congress leaders, including Mallikarjun Kharge and Sonia Gandhi, also decided to skip the inauguration, accusing the BJP of turning it into a "political project."