Ayodhya Ram temple event:&nbsp;The consecration ceremony of the Ayodhya Ram Mandir, also known as the 'Pran Pratishtha' of Ram Lalla's idol, is scheduled for January 22, 2024, in a magnificent event that has caught the nation's imagination. The rigorous planning for this important occasion is in full swing, promising a week-long celebration of spirituality and opulence

According to media sources, the consecration ceremony of Ram Mandir in India's holy city of Ayodhya will be live-streamed at the renowned Times Square in New York City, United States. The ceremony will be telecast at the booth level across the country. It will also be live-streamed at various Indian embassies and consulates overseas. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to speak during the event.

On the day of "pran pratishtha," over a lakh devotees are anticipated to gather in the temple town. The Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust has sent invitation cards to over 6,000 individuals.

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From politicians to celebrities, here is the complete list of individuals who are invited to the grand consecration ceremony.

<h2>List of invitees:</h2>

&nbsp;Politicians

- Congress leader Sonia Gandhi 
- Bihar CM Nitish Kumar 
- Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge 
- Senior Congress leader and former PM Manmohan Singh 
- Congress MP Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury 
- Former PM HD Deve Gowda 
- Communist Party of India (Marxist) 
- BJP veteran leader LK Advani 
- BJP&nbsp;veteran leader Murli Manohar Joshi 
- Himachal Pradesh Minister Vikramaditya Singh 
- Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde

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Celebrities

- Amitabh Bachchan 
- Madhuri Dixit 
- Rajinikanth 
- Akshay Kumar 
- Anupam Kher 
- Chiranjeevi 
- Sanjay Leela Bhansali 
- Dhanush 
- Randeep Hooda 
- Lin Laishram 
- Mohanlal 
- Ranbir Kapoor 
- Alia Bhatt 
- Rishab Shetty 
- Kangana Ranaut 
- Madhur Bhandarkar 
- Tiger Shroff 
- Ajay Devgn 
- Prabhas 
- Yash 
- Sunny Deol 
- Ayushmann Khurrana 
- Arun Govil&nbsp; 
- Deepika Chikhalia Topiwala 
- Madhur Bhandarkar 
- Mahaveer Jain 
- Jackie Shroff

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Industrialists

 
- Mukesh Ambani 
- Anil Ambani 
- Ratan Tata 
- Gautam Adani

 
Sportsmen

 
- Virat Kohli 
- Sachin Tendulkar

(With inputs from agencies)

Ayodhya Ram temple event: The consecration ceremony of the Ayodhya Ram Mandir, also known as the 'Pran Pratishtha' of Ram Lalla's idol, is scheduled for January 22, 2024, in a magnificent event that has caught the nation's imagination.

Ayodhya Ram temple event: The consecration ceremony of the Ayodhya Ram Mandir, also known as the 'Pran Pratishtha' of Ram Lalla's idol, is scheduled for January 22, 2024, in a magnificent event that has caught the nation's imagination. The rigorous planning for this important occasion is in full swing, promising a week-long celebration of spirituality and opulence According to media sources, the consecration ceremony of Ram Mandir in India's holy city of Ayodhya will be live-streamed at the renowned Times Square in New York City, United States. The ceremony will be telecast at the booth level across the country. It will also be live-streamed at various Indian embassies and consulates overseas. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to speak during the event. On the day of "pran pratishtha," over a lakh devotees are anticipated to gather in the temple town. The Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust has sent invitation cards to over 6,000 individuals. ALSO READ | Ayodhya Ram Mandir: Uttar Pradesh Police to deploy anti-drone tech to strengthen security From politicians to celebrities, here is the complete list of individuals who are invited to the grand consecration ceremony. List of invitees: Politicians - Congress leader Sonia Gandhi - Bihar CM Nitish Kumar - Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge - Senior Congress leader and former PM Manmohan Singh - Congress MP Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury - Former PM HD Deve Gowda - Communist Party of India (Marxist) - BJP veteran leader LK Advani - BJP veteran leader Murli Manohar Joshi - Himachal Pradesh Minister Vikramaditya Singh - Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde ALSO READ | Devotees can now reach Ayodhya Ram Temple via helicopter, minister announces Celebrities - Amitabh Bachchan - Madhuri Dixit - Rajinikanth - Akshay Kumar - Anupam Kher - Chiranjeevi - Sanjay Leela Bhansali - Dhanush - Randeep Hooda - Lin Laishram - Mohanlal - Ranbir Kapoor - Alia Bhatt - Rishab Shetty - Kangana Ranaut - Madhur Bhandarkar - Tiger Shroff - Ajay Devgn - Prabhas - Yash - Sunny Deol - Ayushmann Khurrana - Arun Govil - Deepika Chikhalia Topiwala - Madhur Bhandarkar - Mahaveer Jain - Jackie Shroff ALSO READ | Ram Temple Consecration: Why has 22 January 2024 been picked as the date for the ceremony? Industrialists - Mukesh Ambani - Anil Ambani - Ratan Tata - Gautam Adani Sportsmen - Virat Kohli - Sachin Tendulkar (With inputs from agencies)

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Ahead of the consecration ceremony of Ayodhya Ram Temple in India’s northern state of Uttar Pradesh on January 22, the state’s Tourism and Culture Ministry has declared that helicopter services will soon be started to facilitate the arrival of visitors in the holy city.

State Tourism and Culture Minister Jaiveer Singh said Monday (Jan 8) that “the services will start before January 22," without giving any further details.

"Yes. The helicopter services will start for devotees visiting the city. We are also planning to start water services. Airport services have already started," the minister was quoted as saying by ANI.

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"It will be ensured that all facilities are being provided to devotees who will be thronging the city to witness the inauguration," he added.

He added that additional railway services are also being considered for better connectivity to the temple city amidst expectations that religious tourism will surge in Ayodhya following the historic inauguration of the temple.

Pran Pratishtha ceremony of the new idol of Ram Lalla at the sanctum sanctorum of the upcoming Ram Temple in Ayodhya is scheduled for January 22. The ceremony is set to be performed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

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Earlier, the Indian PM urged the citizens to celebrate the 'homecoming' of lord Ram on January 22 by lighting ‘Shri Ram Jyoti’ in their homes.

"This historic moment has very fortunately come into our lives. We have to make a new resolve for the country and fill ourselves with new energy. For this, I urge all the 140 crore countrymen to light Shri Ram Jyoti in their homes on January 22 and celebrate Deepavali," the Prime Minister said while addressing a public gathering in Ayodhya earlier in the month.

Meanwhile, preparations are underway in the holy city ahead of the mega-consecration ceremony. The Sri Ram Janmabhoomi Tirth Kshetra Trust has decided to enthrone Ram Lalla at the sanctum-sanctorum of the Ram Temple at noon on January 22.

(With inputs from agencies)

Ahead of the consecration ceremony of Ayodhya Ram Temple in India’s northern state of Uttar Pradesh on January 22, the state’s Tourism and Culture Ministry has declared that helicopter services will soon be started to facilitate the arrival of visitors in the holy city.

Ahead of the consecration ceremony of Ayodhya Ram Temple in India’s northern state of Uttar Pradesh on January 22, the state’s Tourism and Culture Ministry has declared that helicopter services will soon be started to facilitate the arrival of visitors in the holy city. State Tourism and Culture Minister Jaiveer Singh said Monday (Jan 8) that “the services will start before January 22," without giving any further details. "Yes. The helicopter services will start for devotees visiting the city. We are also planning to start water services. Airport services have already started," the minister was quoted as saying by ANI. Watch: Ayodhya Ram Mandir: Security arrangements increased in Ayodhya × "It will be ensured that all facilities are being provided to devotees who will be thronging the city to witness the inauguration," he added. He added that additional railway services are also being considered for better connectivity to the temple city amidst expectations that religious tourism will surge in Ayodhya following the historic inauguration of the temple. Pran Pratishtha ceremony of the new idol of Ram Lalla at the sanctum sanctorum of the upcoming Ram Temple in Ayodhya is scheduled for January 22. The ceremony is set to be performed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Also read: Ram Mandir’s Radiance: First Glimpse of the Grand Ayodhya Temple At Night Earlier, the Indian PM urged the citizens to celebrate the 'homecoming' of lord Ram on January 22 by lighting ‘Shri Ram Jyoti’ in their homes. "This historic moment has very fortunately come into our lives. We have to make a new resolve for the country and fill ourselves with new energy. For this, I urge all the 140 crore countrymen to light Shri Ram Jyoti in their homes on January 22 and celebrate Deepavali," the Prime Minister said while addressing a public gathering in Ayodhya earlier in the month. Meanwhile, preparations are underway in the holy city ahead of the mega-consecration ceremony. The Sri Ram Janmabhoomi Tirth Kshetra Trust has decided to enthrone Ram Lalla at the sanctum-sanctorum of the Ram Temple at noon on January 22. (With inputs from agencies)

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Several pregnant in India's Uttar Pradesh have requested doctors at a government hospital to undergo caesarean section deliveries on January 22, when the consecration ceremony of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya is scheduled to be held.

Ram Mandir: Pregnant women request delivery on Ram Temple consecration ceremony day

The Ram Lalla idol will be placed at the sanctum-sanctorum of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya on January 18. The idol of Lord Ram is 51-inches tall, weighs 1.5 tonnes.

Ayodhya Ram Mandir: Ram Lalla idol to be placed on Jan 18

The Ayodhya Ram Mandir consecration ceremony, also known as the Pran Pratishtha of Ram Lalla's idol, is set to take place on January 22, 2024, in a grand spectacle that has captured the nation's imagination. The meticulous preparations for this auspicious event are in full swing, promising a week-long celebration of spirituality and opulence.

<h2>7000 Kg Ram Halwa (pudding-like dessert)&nbsp;by Chef Vishnu Manohar</h2>

In an extraordinary culinary endeavour, Chef Vishnu Manohar from Nagpur is taking centre&nbsp;stage, preparing 7000 kg of special 'Ram Halwa' for the consecration ceremony.

The chef has acquired a unique 12,000-litre&nbsp;capacity cauldron, ensuring a seamless preparation process.

The ingredients include 900 kg of rava (semolina), 1000 kg of ghee (clarified butter), 1000 kg of sugar, 2000 litres&nbsp;of milk, 2500 litres&nbsp;of water, 300 kg of dry fruits, and 75 kg of cardamom powder.

“The weight of this kadhai is 1300 to 1400 kg. This is made of steel and the central part is made of iron so that when halwa is made, it does not burn. The size is 10 feet by 10 feet. It has a capacity of 12,000 litres, and 7,000 kg of halwa can be made in it. A crane is required to lift it. The spatula, weighing 10 to 12 kg,&nbsp;has holes in it so that it is easy to cook,” the chef told ANI.&nbsp;

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<h2>Ramayana-era trees to be planted&nbsp;</h2>

To enhance the city's aesthetics for the momentous occasion, Ayodhya is witnessing the planting of Ramayana-era trees and extinct plants.

The Ayodhya Development Authority has undertaken the task of adorning the city with 50,000 plants, which have started arriving.

"Currently, there is an order of 50,000 plants. More varieties of plants will come here and they are being sent here with the help of different vehicles,”&nbsp;Nursery Director Ram Prakash Rathore told ANI.

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Vice Chairman of the Ayodhya Development Authority, Vishal Singh, outlined their commitment to botanical beautification. "We are promoting the plants that have been mentioned in the Ramayana. On top of this, we are also promoting those that are going extinct. Apart from this, we are doing horticulture beautification for flowers," he added.

As Ayodhya transforms into a canvas of spirituality and greenery, these grand preparations set the stage for a historic and enchanting consecration ceremony at the Ram Mandir.

(With inputs from agencies)

The Ayodhya Ram Mandir consecration ceremony, also known as the Pran Pratishtha of Ram Lalla's idol, is set to take place on January 22, 2024, in a grand spectacle that has captured the nation's imagination.

The Ayodhya Ram Mandir consecration ceremony, also known as the Pran Pratishtha of Ram Lalla's idol, is set to take place on January 22, 2024, in a grand spectacle that has captured the nation's imagination. The meticulous preparations for this auspicious event are in full swing, promising a week-long celebration of spirituality and opulence. 7000 Kg Ram Halwa (pudding-like dessert) by Chef Vishnu Manohar In an extraordinary culinary endeavour, Chef Vishnu Manohar from Nagpur is taking centre stage, preparing 7000 kg of special 'Ram Halwa' for the consecration ceremony. The chef has acquired a unique 12,000-litre capacity cauldron, ensuring a seamless preparation process. The ingredients include 900 kg of rava (semolina), 1000 kg of ghee (clarified butter), 1000 kg of sugar, 2000 litres of milk, 2500 litres of water, 300 kg of dry fruits, and 75 kg of cardamom powder. “The weight of this kadhai is 1300 to 1400 kg. This is made of steel and the central part is made of iron so that when halwa is made, it does not burn. The size is 10 feet by 10 feet. It has a capacity of 12,000 litres, and 7,000 kg of halwa can be made in it. A crane is required to lift it. The spatula, weighing 10 to 12 kg, has holes in it so that it is easy to cook,” the chef told ANI. Also read | Ram Lalla's standing Idol in dark stone to grace Ayodhya temple: Trust's general secy Ramayana-era trees to be planted To enhance the city's aesthetics for the momentous occasion, Ayodhya is witnessing the planting of Ramayana-era trees and extinct plants. The Ayodhya Development Authority has undertaken the task of adorning the city with 50,000 plants, which have started arriving. "Currently, there is an order of 50,000 plants. More varieties of plants will come here and they are being sent here with the help of different vehicles,” Nursery Director Ram Prakash Rathore told ANI. Also watch | Ayodhya Ram Temple: Criminals loot in Ram Temple's name, QR code fraud targets devotees Vice Chairman of the Ayodhya Development Authority, Vishal Singh, outlined their commitment to botanical beautification. "We are promoting the plants that have been mentioned in the Ramayana. On top of this, we are also promoting those that are going extinct. Apart from this, we are doing horticulture beautification for flowers," he added. As Ayodhya transforms into a canvas of spirituality and greenery, these grand preparations set the stage for a historic and enchanting consecration ceremony at the Ram Mandir. (With inputs from agencies)

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Maharashtra&nbsp;Chief Minister Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena on Saturday (Jan 6) handed over a cheque of 13,22,252 USD (Rs 11 crore) for the construction of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya.

"On the coming 22nd, this temple will be inaugurated in a grand divine manner. A check of Rs 11 crore was handed over on behalf of the Shiv Sena party and on behalf of all the people of Maharashtra under the guidance of the Chief Minister Shri Eknathji Shinde as a contribution for the construction of this temple. This check was handed over to the General Secretary of Sri Ram Janmabhoomi Tirtha Kshetra today," Kalyan MP Shrikant Eknath Shinde said.

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Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra General Secretary Champat Rai, after receiving the donation from the party, expressed happiness and said that the money had been transferred to the account.

"It is a matter of happiness that Maharashtra Minister Uday Samant and Shiv Sena (Eknath Shinde faction) MP Shrikant Shinde came here to hand over a cheque of Rs 11 crore on behalf of the people of Maharashtra. The amount has been transferred to the bank account," Rai said.

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<h2>Uddhav Thackeray&nbsp;to Perform 'Maha Aarti'&nbsp;</h2>

Meanwhile, former Maharashtra Chief Minister and Shiv Sena (UBT) Chief Uddhav Thackeray on Saturday said that Shiv Sena would perform 'Maha Aarti' at the bank of the Godavari River in Nasik on the day of the Ram Temple consecration, which is on Jan 22.

"The birth anniversary of Bala Saheb falls on January 23 but since the consecration ceremony of the Ayodhya Ram Temple is going to be held on January 22, the Shiv Sena will perform a 'Maha Aarti' on that day at the bank of the Godavari River in Nasik," Thackeray said.

"We do not want to indulge in matter of who has got the invitation and who has not. When the conseration ceremony will be held in Ayodhya, at the same time, we will participate by offering prayers at the Kala Ram Temple in Nasik. On the same day, we will hold a party conference in Nasik itself," he added.

(With inputs from agencies)

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena on Saturday (Jan 6) handed over a cheque of 13,22,252 USD (Rs 11 crore) for the construction of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya.

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena on Saturday (Jan 6) handed over a cheque of 13,22,252 USD (Rs 11 crore) for the construction of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. "On the coming 22nd, this temple will be inaugurated in a grand divine manner. A check of Rs 11 crore was handed over on behalf of the Shiv Sena party and on behalf of all the people of Maharashtra under the guidance of the Chief Minister Shri Eknathji Shinde as a contribution for the construction of this temple. This check was handed over to the General Secretary of Sri Ram Janmabhoomi Tirtha Kshetra today," Kalyan MP Shrikant Eknath Shinde said. श्रीराम मंदिराचे स्वप्न अनेक पिढ्यांनी पाहिले. हे स्वप्न आता पूर्ण होत असून हा प्रत्येक भारतीयांसाठी आनंदाचा, अभिमानाचा आणि उत्साहाचा क्षण आहे. आताच्या पिढीला आणि भविष्यातल्या अनेक पिढ्यांना प्रभू श्रीरामाचे दर्शन अयोध्येतील या मंदिरात करता येणार असल्याचे मत यावेळी माध्यम… https://t.co/ub2i9Yp5dA — Dr Shrikant Eknath Shinde (@DrSEShinde) January 6, 2024 × Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra General Secretary Champat Rai, after receiving the donation from the party, expressed happiness and said that the money had been transferred to the account. "It is a matter of happiness that Maharashtra Minister Uday Samant and Shiv Sena (Eknath Shinde faction) MP Shrikant Shinde came here to hand over a cheque of Rs 11 crore on behalf of the people of Maharashtra. The amount has been transferred to the bank account," Rai said. Also read: Ram mandir: Indian marathoner starts 1,008km run to reach Ayodhya for consecration ceremony Uddhav Thackeray to Perform 'Maha Aarti' Meanwhile, former Maharashtra Chief Minister and Shiv Sena (UBT) Chief Uddhav Thackeray on Saturday said that Shiv Sena would perform 'Maha Aarti' at the bank of the Godavari River in Nasik on the day of the Ram Temple consecration, which is on Jan 22. "The birth anniversary of Bala Saheb falls on January 23 but since the consecration ceremony of the Ayodhya Ram Temple is going to be held on January 22, the Shiv Sena will perform a 'Maha Aarti' on that day at the bank of the Godavari River in Nasik," Thackeray said. "We do not want to indulge in matter of who has got the invitation and who has not. When the conseration ceremony will be held in Ayodhya, at the same time, we will participate by offering prayers at the Kala Ram Temple in Nasik. On the same day, we will hold a party conference in Nasik itself," he added. (With inputs from agencies)

India: Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena hands over $1.32 million cheque to Ram Temple trust

Preparations for the historic inauguration of the Ayodhya Ram Temple are on with full pomp and show. In a series of special offerings for the temple, comes a sweet gesture from the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD). The TTD has announced the distribution of 1 Lakh (0.1 million) of famous Tirupati laddoos (Indian sweet) during the Ram Temple consecration ceremony in Ayodhya.

The event which will be attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, many renowned VVIPs and lakhs of devotees across the country, is set to take place on January 22.

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<h2>Special Tirupati laddoos distribution during Ayodhya Ram Temple inauguration</h2>

Weighing 25 grams each, the laddoos are meant for distribution among devotees during the consecration rituals, said the official.

"TTD has agreed to provide one lakh laddoos weighing around 25 grams each for distribution among the visitors during the Sri Ram Prana Pratishtha (consecration) ceremony at Ram Mandir in Ayodhya," said TTD executive officer A V Dharma Reddy in a press release.

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The executive officer made this announcement during an interactive session, 'Dial Your EO', with devotees. He also told the devotees to use only ttdevasthanams.ap.gov.in for booking arjitha sevas, donations, darshan (visits) and rooms while visiting the temple.

The TTD EO AV Dharma Reddy said on Friday while talking to the reporters that the entire nation and Lord Ram devotees are eagerly waiting for the grand inauguration of Shri Ram Janambhoomi Teertha Kshetra in Ayodhya.

"Lord Venkateswara and Sri Rama are both incarnations of Sri Rama are both incarnations of Sri Maha Vishnu. As a goodwill gesture, TTD will distribute one lakh laddoos (25 grams) to the devotees and VVIPs taking part in the consecration ceremony of the Ayodhya Ram temple", TTD EO added.

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Meanwhile, the Tirupati trust awaits the approval of the Uttar Pradesh government for the allocation of land for the construction of a replica of Lord Venkateswara temple at Ayodhya.&nbsp;

The TTD is planning to construct at least one Lord Balaji temple in every state and union territory across the country. The trust has already built temples in Jammu, New Delhi, Haryana, Maharashtra, Odisha, Telangana, Tamil Nadu and Karnataka.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Preparations for the historic inauguration of the Ayodhya Ram Temple are on with full pomp and show. In a series of special offerings for the temple, comes a sweet gesture from the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD).

Preparations for the historic inauguration of the Ayodhya Ram Temple are on with full pomp and show. In a series of special offerings for the temple, comes a sweet gesture from the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD). The TTD has announced the distribution of 1 Lakh (0.1 million) of famous Tirupati laddoos (Indian sweet) during the Ram Temple consecration ceremony in Ayodhya. The event which will be attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, many renowned VVIPs and lakhs of devotees across the country, is set to take place on January 22. Also Read | Ram Mandir Inauguration: Over 8,000 invitations extended, dedicated VIP routes being prepared for grand event Special Tirupati laddoos distribution during Ayodhya Ram Temple inauguration Weighing 25 grams each, the laddoos are meant for distribution among devotees during the consecration rituals, said the official. "TTD has agreed to provide one lakh laddoos weighing around 25 grams each for distribution among the visitors during the Sri Ram Prana Pratishtha (consecration) ceremony at Ram Mandir in Ayodhya," said TTD executive officer A V Dharma Reddy in a press release. Also Read | Indian man, whose death in hospital blast caused his wife to die by suicide, is alive The executive officer made this announcement during an interactive session, 'Dial Your EO', with devotees. He also told the devotees to use only ttdevasthanams.ap.gov.in for booking arjitha sevas, donations, darshan (visits) and rooms while visiting the temple. The TTD EO AV Dharma Reddy said on Friday while talking to the reporters that the entire nation and Lord Ram devotees are eagerly waiting for the grand inauguration of Shri Ram Janambhoomi Teertha Kshetra in Ayodhya. "Lord Venkateswara and Sri Rama are both incarnations of Sri Rama are both incarnations of Sri Maha Vishnu. As a goodwill gesture, TTD will distribute one lakh laddoos (25 grams) to the devotees and VVIPs taking part in the consecration ceremony of the Ayodhya Ram temple", TTD EO added. Also Read | Video: Rescued crew hails Indian Navy after end of hijacking ordeal off Somalia coast Meanwhile, the Tirupati trust awaits the approval of the Uttar Pradesh government for the allocation of land for the construction of a replica of Lord Venkateswara temple at Ayodhya. The TTD is planning to construct at least one Lord Balaji temple in every state and union territory across the country. The trust has already built temples in Jammu, New Delhi, Haryana, Maharashtra, Odisha, Telangana, Tamil Nadu and Karnataka. (With inputs from agencies)

Tirupati Temple trust to distribute 100,000 laddoos for Ayodhya Ram Temple consecration

From Maharishi Valmiki International Airport to Ayodhya Dham Junction Railway Station, the temple town is ready to welcome pilgrims from across the world for the grand opening of the temple of Lord Rama on January 22. We take you inside the transformed holy city of Ayodhya and tell you what all you can expect.

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In a testament of devotion and endurance, 22-year-old ultra marathoner Karthik Joshi from India has embarked on a 1,008 km run from Indore in Madhya Pradesh to Ayodhya in Uttar Pradesh. His mission is&nbsp;to reach for the consecration ceremony of the Ram temple on January 22.

On a spiritual journey lasting 14 days, Karthik Joshi commenced his run to Ayodhya on Friday (Jan 5)&nbsp;amidst the resonating chants of 'Jai Jai Siya Ram.'

<h2>Marathon to Ayodhya</h2>

Notable figures, including Madhya Pradesh minister Kailash Vijayvargiya and Indore Mayor Pushyamitra Bhargav, bid him farewell, waving saffron flags, marking the beginning of this religious expedition.

Minister Vijayavargiya expressed admiration for Joshi, likening him to Indore's Milkha Singh, and urged him to give a call upon reaching Ayodhya.

“As per mythological beliefs, Lord Ram spent 14 years in exile. Thus, I have pledged to complete the race from Indore to Ayodhya in 14 days,” Joshi told reporters before starting his run.

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Joshi disclosed that seven people&nbsp;and an ambulance would accompany him throughout during the run to Ayodhya. With a daily target of covering 72 km, Joshi is poised to complete the marathon within the stipulated 14 days.

Also watch |&nbsp;Ayodhya's Ram Mandir (Temple) set to open for public from January 2024

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While the actual road distance from Indore to Ayodhya is approximately 945 kilometres, Joshi has decided to cover a distance of 1,008 kilometres by adjusting the route. This alteration is rooted in Sanatan Hindu culture, where the number 1,008 holds auspicious significance.

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In a testament of devotion and endurance, 22-year-old ultra marathoner Karthik Joshi from India has embarked on a 1,008 km run from Indore in Madhya Pradesh to Ayodhya in Uttar Pradesh.

In a testament of devotion and endurance, 22-year-old ultra marathoner Karthik Joshi from India has embarked on a 1,008 km run from Indore in Madhya Pradesh to Ayodhya in Uttar Pradesh. His mission is to reach for the consecration ceremony of the Ram temple on January 22. On a spiritual journey lasting 14 days, Karthik Joshi commenced his run to Ayodhya on Friday (Jan 5) amidst the resonating chants of 'Jai Jai Siya Ram.' Marathon to Ayodhya Notable figures, including Madhya Pradesh minister Kailash Vijayvargiya and Indore Mayor Pushyamitra Bhargav, bid him farewell, waving saffron flags, marking the beginning of this religious expedition. Minister Vijayavargiya expressed admiration for Joshi, likening him to Indore's Milkha Singh, and urged him to give a call upon reaching Ayodhya. “As per mythological beliefs, Lord Ram spent 14 years in exile. Thus, I have pledged to complete the race from Indore to Ayodhya in 14 days,” Joshi told reporters before starting his run. Also read | Tirupati Temple trust to distribute 100,000 laddoos for Ayodhya Ram Temple consecration Joshi disclosed that seven people and an ambulance would accompany him throughout during the run to Ayodhya. With a daily target of covering 72 km, Joshi is poised to complete the marathon within the stipulated 14 days. Also watch | Ayodhya's Ram Mandir (Temple) set to open for public from January 2024 While the actual road distance from Indore to Ayodhya is approximately 945 kilometres, Joshi has decided to cover a distance of 1,008 kilometres by adjusting the route. This alteration is rooted in Sanatan Hindu culture, where the number 1,008 holds auspicious significance. (With inputs from agencies)

Ram mandir: Indian marathoner starts 1,008km run to reach Ayodhya for consecration ceremony

In Ayodhya, excitement builds up as the Ram Mandir Trust extends invitations to 8,000-10,000 guests for the significant consecration ceremony. This historic event is scheduled for&nbsp;January 22, and&nbsp;is expected to draw attention worldwide.&nbsp;

A notable feature is the anticipated arrival of nearly 100 chartered planes in Ayodhya during the ceremony. To accommodate this influx, preparations are underway for airstrips in Sultanpur, Ambedkarnagar, and Azamgarh, underscoring the grand scale of the celebration.

In anticipation of distinguished VVIPs, a dedicated movement route is being meticulously crafted to ensure seamless access. Each invited guest will carry a QR code on their invitation, adding a modern touch to this traditional affair.

To maintain the exclusivity of the event, the general public is restricted from making hotel bookings on January 21-22. During this time, Ayodhya will welcome only invited guests and media persons.&nbsp;

In an effort to control the movement inside the city during this historic period, only individuals falling into the specified categories will be allowed to use Ayodhya’s streets on the mentioned dates. The&nbsp;thorough planning aims to create an environment conducive for&nbsp;the inauguration of the Ram Temple.

As the spiritual city Ayodhya&nbsp;prepares for this momentous occasion, it&nbsp;becomes a hub of tradition and modernity seamlessly blending together.

In Ayodhya, excitement builds up as the Ram Mandir Trust extends invitations to 8,000-10,000 guests for the significant consecration ceremony. This historic event is scheduled for January 22, and is expected to draw attention worldwide.

In Ayodhya, excitement builds up as the Ram Mandir Trust extends invitations to 8,000-10,000 guests for the significant consecration ceremony. This historic event is scheduled for January 22, and is expected to draw attention worldwide. A notable feature is the anticipated arrival of nearly 100 chartered planes in Ayodhya during the ceremony. To accommodate this influx, preparations are underway for airstrips in Sultanpur, Ambedkarnagar, and Azamgarh, underscoring the grand scale of the celebration. In anticipation of distinguished VVIPs, a dedicated movement route is being meticulously crafted to ensure seamless access. Each invited guest will carry a QR code on their invitation, adding a modern touch to this traditional affair. To maintain the exclusivity of the event, the general public is restricted from making hotel bookings on January 21-22. During this time, Ayodhya will welcome only invited guests and media persons. In an effort to control the movement inside the city during this historic period, only individuals falling into the specified categories will be allowed to use Ayodhya’s streets on the mentioned dates. The thorough planning aims to create an environment conducive for the inauguration of the Ram Temple. As the spiritual city Ayodhya prepares for this momentous occasion, it becomes a hub of tradition and modernity seamlessly blending together.

Ram Mandir inauguration: Over 8,000 invitations sent, dedicated VIP routes being prepared for grand event

Future-ready Artificial Intelligence (AI) surveillance is likely to be introduced for the security of the Ram temple in Ayodhya, where pilgrim footfalls are expected to increase sizeably post January 22 inauguration. Besides AI surveillance, 11,000 state police and paramilitary forces are likely to be deployed for the consecration ceremony of Ram Lalla.

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Sculpture by Arun Yogiraj to adorn the Ram Mandir. Union Minister Pralhad Joshi, Ex- Karnataka CM confirms the selection. But, what the temple trust is confused about is will there be a Black or a White idol?

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With a wave of zeal blanketing India over the inauguration of the Ram Temple in the holy city of Ayodhya, invitation cards for the consecration ceremony have finally been unveiled. A media outlet shared the invitation card on its X social media handle for the temple which is soon to be open for visitors in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh.&nbsp;

The initial page of the card reads, “Auspicious Ceremony for Ram Lala's Return to his Original Seat at New Grand Temple Home."&nbsp;The schedule for the Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha ceremony, where the Ram idol which will be consecrated in the Hindu temple, can be seen in the card, video of which is shared on X social media by the local media outlet.&nbsp;

The invitation card that has now been shared on social media is now been circulating widely online.&nbsp;

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The&nbsp;card also includes the timings of the Ram Mandir consecration in the holy city of Ayodhya.&nbsp;

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Thousands of people have been invited to the consecration ceremony which is set to be taken place with sheer grandeur. The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust has dispatched more than 6,000 invitation cards to people across the nation.&nbsp;

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Among the main guests invited to the grand ceremony are Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, UP Governor Anandi Ben Patel, Mahant Nritya Gopal Das, and President of Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra.

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Meanwhile, leaders from the opposition Congress party are also invited to the event.

However, it remains unclear as to who will attend the ceremony.&nbsp;Many from the entertainment industry are also invited to mark their presence. The list also includes legendary Tamil actor Rajinikanth.&nbsp;

The Ram temple is seen as an architectural marvel and is constructed in Nagara style. The holy temple is spread across a length of 380 feet, width of 250 feet, and height of 161 feet.

(With inputs from agencies)

With a wave of zeal blanketing India over the inauguration of the Ram Temple in the holy city of Ayodhya, invitation cards for the consecration ceremony have finally been unveiled.

With a wave of zeal blanketing India over the inauguration of the Ram Temple in the holy city of Ayodhya, invitation cards for the consecration ceremony have finally been unveiled. A media outlet shared the invitation card on its X social media handle for the temple which is soon to be open for visitors in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. The initial page of the card reads, “Auspicious Ceremony for Ram Lala's Return to his Original Seat at New Grand Temple Home." The schedule for the Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha ceremony, where the Ram idol which will be consecrated in the Hindu temple, can be seen in the card, video of which is shared on X social media by the local media outlet. The invitation card that has now been shared on social media is now been circulating widely online. Also Read | CAA rules can be notified 'much before' Lok Sabha elections: Report The card also includes the timings of the Ram Mandir consecration in the holy city of Ayodhya. Invitation Card 😍 Shri Ram Mandir, Ayodhya. pic.twitter.com/H84OGlQJQQ — महावीर | ಮಹಾವೀರ | Mahaveer (@Mahaveer_VJ) January 2, 2024 × Thousands of people have been invited to the consecration ceremony which is set to be taken place with sheer grandeur. The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust has dispatched more than 6,000 invitation cards to people across the nation. Also Read | Scaling high! UPI transactions in 2023 crossed the 100-billion mark for the first time Among the main guests invited to the grand ceremony are Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, UP Governor Anandi Ben Patel, Mahant Nritya Gopal Das, and President of Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra. Watch | India: ED raids close associates of Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren × Meanwhile, leaders from the opposition Congress party are also invited to the event. However, it remains unclear as to who will attend the ceremony. Many from the entertainment industry are also invited to mark their presence. The list also includes legendary Tamil actor Rajinikanth. The Ram temple is seen as an architectural marvel and is constructed in Nagara style. The holy temple is spread across a length of 380 feet, width of 250 feet, and height of 161 feet. (With inputs from agencies)

Ram Mandir consecration: WATCH the invitation letter for holy temple in India’s Ayodhya

Indian superstar Rajinikanth has been invited to attend the inaugural ceremony of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya in the north Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. Taking to X on Tuesday, the leader of the ruling party BJP Ra&nbsp;Arjunamurthy shared the update and posted a few photos of the actor.&nbsp; 
 
In the pictures, Rajinikanth is seen being handed the invitation card by some leaders and RSS officials. The actor was dressed in a white kurta and a veshti (a traditional outfit worn by men in South India). He posed with the others at his home. Sharing the pictures, Ra&nbsp;Arjunamurthy captioned the post, "Today's event was the best experience of my life!" 
 
"Our dear leader Mr @rajinikanth I was very happy to visit him at his residence and invite him and his family on behalf of Ayodhya, Ram Janmabhoomi Tirtha Kshetra for the Ayodhya Kumbabhishek event on January 22 along with the RSS officials."

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About the event 
 
Thousands of devotees are expected in Ayodhya on January 22 for Ram temple's 'pran pratishtha' ceremony.&nbsp;The event will also be attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The Ram Mandir Trust has invited over 4,000 saints from across the country. Besides, invitations were also sent to prominent leaders and actors. 
 
About Rajinikanth 
 
Fans recently got a glimpse of Rajinikanth as he made a special appearance outside his Chennai residence on New Year's Day. Several pictures and videos from his residence were shared on social media platforms. 
 
Rajinikanth will soon be seen sharing screen space with Amitabh Bachchan in Vettaiyan. It also stars Fahadh Faasil, Rana Daggubati, Ritika Singh, Manju Warrier and Dushara Vijayan. Amitabh and Rajinikanth last worked together in the 1991 film Hum, directed by Mukul Anand.

Indian superstar Rajinikanth has been invited to attend the inaugural ceremony of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya in the north Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. Taking to X on Tuesday, the leader of the ruling party BJP Ra Arjunamurthy shared the update and posted a few photos of the actor.

Indian superstar Rajinikanth has been invited to attend the inaugural ceremony of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya in the north Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. Taking to X on Tuesday, the leader of the ruling party BJP Ra Arjunamurthy shared the update and posted a few photos of the actor. In the pictures, Rajinikanth is seen being handed the invitation card by some leaders and RSS officials. The actor was dressed in a white kurta and a veshti (a traditional outfit worn by men in South India). He posed with the others at his home. Sharing the pictures, Ra Arjunamurthy captioned the post, "Today's event was the best experience of my life!" "Our dear leader Mr @rajinikanth I was very happy to visit him at his residence and invite him and his family on behalf of Ayodhya, Ram Janmabhoomi Tirtha Kshetra for the Ayodhya Kumbabhishek event on January 22 along with the RSS officials." எனது வாழ்நாளில் கிடைத்த அரும்பாக்கியமாக இன்றைய நிகழ்வு அமைந்தது! நம் அன்பு தலைவர் திரு. @rajinikanth அவர்களை அவரது இல்லத்தில் சென்று அயோத்தி, ராம ஜன்மபூமி தீர்த்த க்ஷேத்ரா சார்பில் அவரது குடும்பத்தினரையும் ஜனவரி 22 ம்தேதி அயோத்தி கும்பாபிஷேக நிகழ்வுக்கு வரவேண்டி ஆர்.எஸ்.எஸ்… pic.twitter.com/UcHakkRdLW — Ra.Arjunamurthy | ரா.அர்ஜூனமூர்த்தி (@RaArjunamurthy) January 2, 2024 × About the event Thousands of devotees are expected in Ayodhya on January 22 for Ram temple's 'pran pratishtha' ceremony. The event will also be attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The Ram Mandir Trust has invited over 4,000 saints from across the country. Besides, invitations were also sent to prominent leaders and actors. About Rajinikanth Fans recently got a glimpse of Rajinikanth as he made a special appearance outside his Chennai residence on New Year's Day. Several pictures and videos from his residence were shared on social media platforms. Rajinikanth will soon be seen sharing screen space with Amitabh Bachchan in Vettaiyan. It also stars Fahadh Faasil, Rana Daggubati, Ritika Singh, Manju Warrier and Dushara Vijayan. Amitabh and Rajinikanth last worked together in the 1991 film Hum, directed by Mukul Anand.

Actor Rajinikanth invited for Ram Temple inauguration ceremony in Ayodhya. See pic

Ram Mandir trustees divides over the colour of Ram Lalla idol

As the grand temple of Lord Ram rises in the holy Indian city of Ayodhya, communities in at least 150 villages of the region will finally wear turban and leather footwear after 500 years. The news comes ahead of the grand consecration ceremony slated to be held on January 22 at 12:20 pm IST.&nbsp;

<h2>The 500-year-old pledge</h2>

Around 500 years ago, when the divine Ayodhya temple was destroyed by Mughal invaders, people hailing from the Suryavanshi Kshatriya community&nbsp;took a pledge that was going to change their lives forever. Suryavanshi Kshatriya community is settled in 105 villages of Ayodhya and Basti districts and claims to be the successor of Lord Ram.

Watch:&nbsp;Ayodhya Ram Mandir: Sculpture by Arun Yogiraj to adorn temple

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Centuries ago, the villagers vowed not to wear turbans and footwear until the Ram Temple was restored. They said they had no right to wear shoes and good clothes when Lord Ram’s house was in such bad shape.

<h2>Community overjoyed since the Supreme Court verdict</h2>

Around 150,000 people of the community are overjoyed since the 2019 judgment by India’s Supreme Court that saw the allocation of the disputed land to the Hindu side for the construction of the Ram Temple.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-ayodhya-surpasses-goa-and-nainital-in-oyo-app-users-on-new-years-eve-says-ceo-ritesh-agarwal-675613">Also read:&nbsp;India: Ayodhya surpasses Goa and Nainital in OYO app users on New Year’s Eve, says CEO Ritesh Agarwal</a>

Ahead of the consecration ceremony, more than 400 turbans have already been distributed among the community members. The people have so far been upholding the pledge&nbsp;of their ancestors.

<h2>About consecration ceremony</h2>

The mega-consecration ceremony takes place on January 22, when the idol of Ram Lalla will be installed in the newly constructed grand temple in Ayodhya. The mega event will see participation from hundreds of high-profile guests including Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh Yogi Adityanath.

The Ram Mandir Trust has invited over 4,000 saints from across the country. Besides, invitations were also sent to prominent leaders and actors.

(With inputs from agencies)

As the grand temple of Lord Ram rises in the holy Indian city of Ayodhya, communities in at least 150 villages of the region will finally wear turban and leather footwear after 500 years.

As the grand temple of Lord Ram rises in the holy Indian city of Ayodhya, communities in at least 150 villages of the region will finally wear turban and leather footwear after 500 years. The news comes ahead of the grand consecration ceremony slated to be held on January 22 at 12:20 pm IST. The 500-year-old pledge Around 500 years ago, when the divine Ayodhya temple was destroyed by Mughal invaders, people hailing from the Suryavanshi Kshatriya community took a pledge that was going to change their lives forever. Suryavanshi Kshatriya community is settled in 105 villages of Ayodhya and Basti districts and claims to be the successor of Lord Ram. Watch: Ayodhya Ram Mandir: Sculpture by Arun Yogiraj to adorn temple × Centuries ago, the villagers vowed not to wear turbans and footwear until the Ram Temple was restored. They said they had no right to wear shoes and good clothes when Lord Ram’s house was in such bad shape. Community overjoyed since the Supreme Court verdict Around 150,000 people of the community are overjoyed since the 2019 judgment by India’s Supreme Court that saw the allocation of the disputed land to the Hindu side for the construction of the Ram Temple. Also read: India: Ayodhya surpasses Goa and Nainital in OYO app users on New Year’s Eve, says CEO Ritesh Agarwal Ahead of the consecration ceremony, more than 400 turbans have already been distributed among the community members. The people have so far been upholding the pledge of their ancestors. About consecration ceremony The mega-consecration ceremony takes place on January 22, when the idol of Ram Lalla will be installed in the newly constructed grand temple in Ayodhya. The mega event will see participation from hundreds of high-profile guests including Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh Yogi Adityanath. The Ram Mandir Trust has invited over 4,000 saints from across the country. Besides, invitations were also sent to prominent leaders and actors. (With inputs from agencies)

Ayodhya: 150,000 villagers to finally wear turban and shoes on fulfillment of 500-year-old pledge

As celebrations for the Ram temple consecration in the Indian temple city of Ayodhya gain momentum, the politics between BJP and Congress has taken a new turn with the arrest of a 50-year-old man, Poojary, in connection to the 1992 riots when the Babri Masjid was demolished by violent mobsters.&nbsp;

Ram Temple is due to be consecrated on January 22, 2024. This comes after India's apex court ruled in favour of the Hindu community for the construction of the Hindu place of worship while providing separate land for the mosque in Ayodhya in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh.&nbsp;

Following the arrest of Poojary, who was 20 years old at the time the riots took place, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is now being accused of playing a politics of hate ahead of the ceremonies at Ram temple.&nbsp;

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"What should be done to the wrongdoers? Should we just leave them?," he questioned while adding, "We have told the police to dispose off old cases. No innocents have been arrested. We will proceed according to the court's direction."&nbsp;

While the opposition remains undecided whether to attend the grand ceremony in Ayodhya or not, a response from a Congress leader over the attendance of Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has unleashed a fresh row.&nbsp;

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Congress leader and former Karnataka minister, H Anjaneya, on Monday (Jan 1) said, "Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is our Lord Ram."

"He (Siddaramaiah) is our Ram. Why should he visit Ayodhya for the consecration event? He could pay obeisance at his native village which has a Ram temple," the leader said.&nbsp;

This comes as Congress leader Sonia Gandhi also refrained from giving a straightforward response. The party did not clear the air on whether Gandhi would attend the ceremony or not. The party, while keeping the suspense lingering in the air, said that it would respond in 'appropriate time'.

Meanwhile, another point of contention has emerged against the backdrop of the allegations and counter-allegations between the BJP and Congress leadership.

BJP MLA Yashpal Suvarna has written to&nbsp;CM Siddaramaiah to declare January 22 as a public holiday. Speaking over this, Siddaramaiah&nbsp;said, "I am not aware of the BJP's demand for a government holiday. I don't know about the leave."

"The central government is organising the programme, and they can decide on leave," he added.

(With inputs from agencies)

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As celebrations for the Ram temple consecration in the Indian temple city of Ayodhya gain momentum, the politics between BJP and Congress has taken a new turn with the arrest of a 50-year-old man, Poojary, in connection to the 1992 riots when the Babri Masjid was demolished by violent mobsters.

As celebrations for the Ram temple consecration in the Indian temple city of Ayodhya gain momentum, the politics between BJP and Congress has taken a new turn with the arrest of a 50-year-old man, Poojary, in connection to the 1992 riots when the Babri Masjid was demolished by violent mobsters. Ram Temple is due to be consecrated on January 22, 2024. This comes after India's apex court ruled in favour of the Hindu community for the construction of the Hindu place of worship while providing separate land for the mosque in Ayodhya in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. Following the arrest of Poojary, who was 20 years old at the time the riots took place, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is now being accused of playing a politics of hate ahead of the ceremonies at Ram temple. Also Read | India: Wall collapse near Ajmer Sharif Dargah, several trapped under rubble as rescue ops underway "What should be done to the wrongdoers? Should we just leave them?," he questioned while adding, "We have told the police to dispose off old cases. No innocents have been arrested. We will proceed according to the court's direction." While the opposition remains undecided whether to attend the grand ceremony in Ayodhya or not, a response from a Congress leader over the attendance of Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has unleashed a fresh row. Also Read | British media's Hinduphobia, focus on 'cows, curry & caste' leading to prejudice against Indians in UK: Survey Congress leader and former Karnataka minister, H Anjaneya, on Monday (Jan 1) said, "Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is our Lord Ram." "He (Siddaramaiah) is our Ram. Why should he visit Ayodhya for the consecration event? He could pay obeisance at his native village which has a Ram temple," the leader said. This comes as Congress leader Sonia Gandhi also refrained from giving a straightforward response. The party did not clear the air on whether Gandhi would attend the ceremony or not. The party, while keeping the suspense lingering in the air, said that it would respond in 'appropriate time'. Meanwhile, another point of contention has emerged against the backdrop of the allegations and counter-allegations between the BJP and Congress leadership. BJP MLA Yashpal Suvarna has written to CM Siddaramaiah to declare January 22 as a public holiday. Speaking over this, Siddaramaiah said, "I am not aware of the BJP's demand for a government holiday. I don't know about the leave." "The central government is organising the programme, and they can decide on leave," he added. (With inputs from agencies)

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CEO of OYO, Ritesh Agarwal, shared that the hospitality chain recorded an 80 per cent increase in users searching for stays in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, the birthplace of Lord Ram, on December 31.

CEO of OYO, Ritesh Agarwal, shared that the hospitality chain recorded an 80 per cent increase in users searching for stays in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, the birthplace of Lord Ram, on December 31. Ahead of the inauguration of the grand Ram temple in the holy city, Ayodhya also saw a 70 per cent jump in app users, surpassing Goa and Nainital. Ritesh Agarwal shared the insights on X. He wrote, "80 per cent more users are searching for stays in Ayodhya today! Seeing one of the highest spikes." In another post on X, he wrote, "Holy destinations are now India's favourite destinations! Ayodhya saw a 70 per cent jump in OYO app users vs Goa (50%) and Nainital (60%). Spiritual tourism will be one of the biggest growth drivers of the tourism industry in the next five years." On December 31, people assembled at Ayodhya's famous Lata Mangeshkar Chowk to celebrate New Year's Eve. As the clock struck midnight, people gathered and cheered "Happy New Year." They also chanted "Jai Shri Ram." ALSO READ | India's Gujarat welcomes 2024 by performing mass Surya Namaskar yoga pose, sets world record. Watch Hospitality major OYO also witnessed the highest-ever booking on New Year's Eve 2023 compared to previous years. "Last-minute plans are driving global tourism. Between December 30 and 31 this year, we received 230k+ last-minute bookings globally," OYO's CEO posted on X. According to him, OYO received over 620,000 bookings for New Year's Eve 2023. "We are up by 37 per cent from last year as last-minute bookings rise," he added. Agarwal's post has garnered over 3.8 lakh views and 8,000 likes. The post comes ahead of the consecration ceremony of Ayodhya's grand Ram Mandir on January 22. ALSO READ | Strange! Pond stolen overnight in India's Bihar, hut constructed over it Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will participate in the consecration ceremony of Lord Ram's idol. PM Modi inaugurated the Ayodhya Dham Railway Station and Maharishi Valmiki International Airport on December 30. He also addressed a massive gathering on the same day, requesting devotees across the nation not to rush to Ayodhya for the grand consecration ceremony. "I have a request for everyone. Everyone has a wish to come to Ayodhya to be a part of the event on January 22. But you know everyone can't come. Therefore, I request all Ram devotees to come to Ayodhya at their convenience once the formal programme is over on January 22," PM Modi said. (With inputs from agencies)

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The idol of 'Ram Lalla', which has been carved by renowned sculptor of Karnataka Arun Yogiraj will be kept inside the grand Ram temple in Ayodhya, said BJP stalwart and former Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa on Monday (Jan 1). However,&nbsp;the Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teertha Kshetra trust, which is overseeing the temple construction, is yet to make an official announcement about the same.

A voting was done by the trust on Friday to select the idol from three shortlisted designs. 
 
The Ram temple is set to be inaugurated by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on January 22.

The idol selected will be revealed to the public on January 17 during the 'nagar yatra'.&nbsp;

Sharing the news on X, Yediyurappa said, "The idol of Lord Rama sculpted by the sculptor Arun Yogiraj of Mysuru has been selected for installation in the magnificent Sri Rama Mandir of Ayodhya, which has doubled the pride and happiness of the entire Rama devotees of the state. Heartfelt congratulations to ‘Shilpi @yogiraj_arun'."

Union Minister Pralhad Joshi also later shared the news of Yogiraj's idol having been selected.

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Meanwhile, BJP state president and Yediyurappa's son BY Vijayendra too appreciated Yogiraj for making Mysuru and the state proud. 
 
"It is the pride of Mysuru, the pride of Karnataka that the idol of Ram Lalla carved by the unparalleled sculpture Arun Yogiraj will be enshrined in Ayodhya on January 22," said Vijayendra.

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He said that Karnataka shares a deep connection with Lord Rama as Kishkindha – which is an important place mentioned in Ramayana - is located in this state. It was Kishkindha where Lord Hanuman - Rama's ardent devotee - was born.

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While speaking to PTI news agency, sculptor Yogiraj said that no official communication had been made to him regarding the selection of the Ram idol for the temple.

However, with&nbsp;senior BJP leaders posting the information on X, Yogiraj&nbsp;believes his work has likely been accepted.

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As per Yogiraj, he was among the three sculptors who were finalised by the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra for carving an idol of ‘Ram Lalla'. 
 
"I am happy that I was among the three sculptors from the country who were selected to carve the idol of ‘Ram Lalla'," said Yogiraj. 
 
The renowned artist who had sculpted Adi Shankaracharya's idol which was placed in Kedarnath, as well as Subhash Chandra Bose's statue which has been installed near Delhi's India Gate, said the challenge has not been easy for him.

Watch:&nbsp;What facilities will the 70-acre Ram temple complex have?

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"The idol should be of a child, who is divine too, because it is the statue of the incarnation of God. People who look at the statue should feel the divinity," said Yogiraj. 
 
"Keeping the divinity aspect along with the child-like face in mind, I started my work about six to seven months ago. Now I am extremely happy. More than selection, people should appreciate it. Only then, I will be happy," the sculptor added.

(With inputs from agencies)

The idol of 'Ram Lalla', which has been carved by renowned sculptor of Karnataka Arun Yogiraj will be kept inside the grand Ram temple in Ayodhya, said BJP stalwart and former Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa on Monday (Jan 1).

The idol of 'Ram Lalla', which has been carved by renowned sculptor of Karnataka Arun Yogiraj will be kept inside the grand Ram temple in Ayodhya, said BJP stalwart and former Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa on Monday (Jan 1). However, the Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teertha Kshetra trust, which is overseeing the temple construction, is yet to make an official announcement about the same. A voting was done by the trust on Friday to select the idol from three shortlisted designs. The Ram temple is set to be inaugurated by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on January 22. The idol selected will be revealed to the public on January 17 during the 'nagar yatra'. Sharing the news on X, Yediyurappa said, "The idol of Lord Rama sculpted by the sculptor Arun Yogiraj of Mysuru has been selected for installation in the magnificent Sri Rama Mandir of Ayodhya, which has doubled the pride and happiness of the entire Rama devotees of the state. Heartfelt congratulations to ‘Shilpi @yogiraj_arun'." Union Minister Pralhad Joshi also later shared the news of Yogiraj's idol having been selected. "ಎಲ್ಲಿ ರಾಮನೋ ಅಲ್ಲಿ ಹನುಮನು" ಅಯೋಧ್ಯೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಶ್ರೀರಾಮನ ಪ್ರಾಣ ಪ್ರತಿಷ್ಠಾಪನಾ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ಕೆ ವಿಗ್ರಹ ಆಯ್ಕೆ ಅಂತಿಮಗೊಂಡಿದೆ. ನಮ್ಮ ನಾಡಿನ ಹೆಸರಾಂತ ಶಿಲ್ಪಿ ನಮ್ಮ ಹೆಮ್ಮೆಯ ಶ್ರೀ @yogiraj_arun ಅವರು ಕೆತ್ತಿರುವ ಶ್ರೀರಾಮನ ವಿಗ್ರಹ ಪುಣ್ಯಭೂಮಿ ಅಯೋಧ್ಯೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಪ್ರತಿಷ್ಠಾಪನೆಗೊಳ್ಳಲಿದೆ. ರಾಮ ಹನುಮರ ಅವಿನಾಭಾವ ಸಂಬಂಧಕ್ಕೆ ಇದು… pic.twitter.com/VQdxAbQw3Q — Pralhad Joshi (@JoshiPralhad) January 1, 2024 × Meanwhile, BJP state president and Yediyurappa's son BY Vijayendra too appreciated Yogiraj for making Mysuru and the state proud. "It is the pride of Mysuru, the pride of Karnataka that the idol of Ram Lalla carved by the unparalleled sculpture Arun Yogiraj will be enshrined in Ayodhya on January 22," said Vijayendra. Also read: Ram Lalla idol: Selection process complete, here are its distinctive features He said that Karnataka shares a deep connection with Lord Rama as Kishkindha – which is an important place mentioned in Ramayana - is located in this state. It was Kishkindha where Lord Hanuman - Rama's ardent devotee - was born. Yogiraj expresses happiness over selection While speaking to PTI news agency, sculptor Yogiraj said that no official communication had been made to him regarding the selection of the Ram idol for the temple. However, with senior BJP leaders posting the information on X, Yogiraj believes his work has likely been accepted. #WATCH | Mysuru, Karnataka: Visuals from the residence of sculptor Arun Yogiraj. The idol of Lord Rama, carved by Arun Yogiraj will be installed in Ayodhya Ram Temple. pic.twitter.com/se3EwfKszW — ANI (@ANI) January 2, 2024 × As per Yogiraj, he was among the three sculptors who were finalised by the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra for carving an idol of ‘Ram Lalla'. "I am happy that I was among the three sculptors from the country who were selected to carve the idol of ‘Ram Lalla'," said Yogiraj. The renowned artist who had sculpted Adi Shankaracharya's idol which was placed in Kedarnath, as well as Subhash Chandra Bose's statue which has been installed near Delhi's India Gate, said the challenge has not been easy for him. Watch: What facilities will the 70-acre Ram temple complex have? "The idol should be of a child, who is divine too, because it is the statue of the incarnation of God. People who look at the statue should feel the divinity," said Yogiraj. "Keeping the divinity aspect along with the child-like face in mind, I started my work about six to seven months ago. Now I am extremely happy. More than selection, people should appreciate it. Only then, I will be happy," the sculptor added. (With inputs from agencies)

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