PM Modi Ayodhya visit updates: PM Modi inaugurates Maharishi Valmiki International Airport

First flight that took off from Delhi to Ayodhya, landed at temple city's Maharishi Valmiki International Airport. This is what the visuals of flight landing at Ayodhya airport looks like.

On the invitation for the consecration ceremony of Ram Janmabhoomi temple in Ayodhya, Shiv Sena (UBT) President Uddhav Thackeray said: "First, I have not received any invitation. Second, I dont need an invitation to go there. Ram Lalla is not a party's property, he belongs to everyone. I just want that this event not to be politicised...This decision was given by the Supreme Court, not the government..."

Prime Minister Modi asked people not to visit Ayodhya's Ram temple for inauguration on January 22. He said, "Come from next day till eternity"

"Today after the Vande Bharat trains and Namo Bharat trains, the country has got a new series of trains... This has been named as Amrit Bharat trains... The power of all these three trains will help in the development of the Indian Railway,” said PM Modi.

People were seen reciting 'Hanuman Chalisa' onboard the inaugural flight to the Maharishi Valmiki International Airport Ayodhya Dham, in Ayodhya.

Today, the foundation stone of development works worth more than Rs 15 thousand crore has been laid and inaugurated here. These infrastructure-related works will once again establish modern Ayodhya with pride on the map of the country. Today's India is beautifying its pilgrimage sites and is also immersed in the world of digital technology. Today's India is beautifying its pilgrimage sites and is also immersed in the world of digital technology,” said PM Modi.

PM Narendra Modi says, "The date of 30th December has been very historical in the history of the country. On this day in 1943, Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose hoisted the flag in Andaman and proclaimed the independence of India..."

“Today the whole world is eagerly waiting for the 22nd January. The consecration ceremony of the Ram temple will be held on January 22 in Ayodhya,” says PM Modi

PM Modi, speaking at a programme in Ayodhya, said, "Whatever be the country in the world if it has to reach new heights of development, it will have to take care of its heritage. Ram Lala was there in a tent, today pucca house has been given to not only Ram Lala but also to the 4 cr poor of the country."

Indian PM Modi inaugurated and laid foundation for multiple projects in Ayodhya.

Indian PM Modi reached at a public programme in Ayodhya. The prime minister is set to inaugurate and dedicate to the nation as well as lay the foundation stone of different development projects which aee worth more than Rs 157000 million ($ 1885.91 million) in the state.

IndiGo pilot captain Ashutosh Shekhar welcomed passengers as the first flight geared for take off from Delhi for the Maharishi Valmiki International Airport, Ayodhya Dham, in Ayodhya.

People chanted 'Jai Ram, Shri Ram'as they boarded the first flight for the Maharishi Valmiki International Airport Ayodhya Dham which was inaugurated by Indian PM Narendra Modi in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated Maharishi Valmiki International Airport in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh.

The airport's Phase 1 has been developed at a cost of more than Rs 14500 million ($174.18 million). The terminal building of the airport will have an area of 6500 sqm which will be equipped to serve about 10 lakh passengers annually.

As per the PMO, the development of Ayodhya Dham Junction railway station cost more than Rs 2400 million ($28.83 million). The three-storey modern railway station building has all modern features like lifts, escalators, food plazas, shops for puja need s, cloak rooms, child care rooms, waiting halls. The building of the station will be 'accessible for all' and it is a 'IGBC certified green station building', said the PMO.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visits Lata Mangeshkar Chowk in Ayodhya.

During his Ayodhya visit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi went to a Ujwalla beneficiary Meera Manjhi's house and enjoyed tea at her residence. This was an important step as the 'labaharthi behen' was the scheme's 10 croreth beneficiary.

Vande Bharat Express for Anand Vihar also flagged off.

PM Modi inaugurated Ayodhya Dham Junction just moments ago.

PM Narendra Modi greets people as he arrives in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh

PM Modi will inaugurate the Maharishi Valmiki International Airport Ayodhya Dham, redeveloped Ayodhya Dham Railway Station, and flag off new Amrit Bharat trains and Vande Bharat trains.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Ayodhya at 10:45 am and now his 16-km roadshow has begun.

Around 11:30 am, Modi will inaugurate the redeveloped Ayodhya railway station or Ayodhya Dham railway station and flag off new Amrit Bharat trains and Vande Bharat trains, the Prime Minister's Office said.

PM Modi's special plane has arrived in Ayodhya. Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi welcomed him, along with other dignitaries.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said the inauguration of the new airport and the launch of other projects worth thousands of crores would usher in a "new era of development" in the temple town.

"A new era of development is going to be inaugurated today in Shri Ayodhya Dham by the respected Prime Minister @narendramodi ji," Chief Minister Adityanath posted from his official handle on X.
 

Airport Authority of India (AAI) chairman Sanjeev Kumar says, "The airport has been built in Ayodhya and AAI has completed it in a record time of 20 months. Air connectivity is important for Ayodhya. PM Modi will inaugurate it today. We are happy today and I hope people across the country will be happy."

Over 5,500 police officers and personnel have been deployed in Ayodhya for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s scheduled visit on Saturday.

This force is in addition to the Special Protection Group (SPG) which provides security cover to the PM, and the National Security Guard (NSG) unit to counter terror attacks, said senior police officials here on Friday.

Flower decorations and preparations in full swing ahead of PM Narendra Modi's visit today.

VIDEO | Preparations underway by cultural artists in Ayodhya ahead of PM Modi's visit to the city.

The prime minister is expected to reach Ayodhya airport around 10.45 am. After landing at the airport, he will head to the Ayodhya railway station where he will inaugurate the redeveloped railway station. He will then return to the airport, inaugurate the newly-bult airport and subsequently address a 'jan sabha': Gaurav Dayal, Divisional Commissioner of Ayodhya

A day ahead of his Ayodhya visit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday that his government is determined to “preserve the rich heritage” of the holy city. The PM also mentioned the list of projects he will inaugurate on Saturday.

“Our government is determined to develop world-class infrastructure, improve connectivity and preserve the rich heritage of Ayodhya, the city of Lord Shri Ram. I will inaugurate the newly constructed airport and redeveloped railway station in this direction tomorrow. Along with this, I will also get the privilege of inaugurating and laying the foundation stone of many more development projects, which will make the life of my family members in many areas of the country, including Ayodhya and UP easier,” PM Modi wrote on X.