Anticipation reaches its peak as the significant day for the Pran Pratishtha of Ram Lalla in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, finally arrives. The atmosphere in the holy city is vibrant, with enthusiastic crowds singing and dancing to the tunes of Ram bhajans in anticipation of the imminent Pran Pratishtha ceremony.
Folk artists add to the festive ambiance by performing outside the temple, contributing to the overall joyous spirit. An attendee at the ceremony expresses their happiness, stating, “I’m here to witness the historic Pran Pratishtha of Ram Lalla. I’m so happy and consider myself blessed.”
Today’s historic ritual of ‘Pran Pratistha’ will be graced by the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, saints, and other distinguished guests. Early Monday morning, a large number of devotees were already gathered outside the temple, sharing their feelings of privilege to be part of this sacred event.
The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust has announced a dazzling musical event titled ‘Mangal Dhwani’ as part of the ‘Pran Pratishtha’ ceremony. Scheduled for 10 am, the event will feature some of the biggest names in the world of music, setting the stage for the subsequent Pran Pratishtha of Shri Ram Lalla at Ayodhya Temple at 12:30 pm.
Cities, especially Lucknow in Uttar Pradesh, have been adorned with posters and flags of Lord Ram, while the entire country is lit up with lights, gigantic cutouts of Lord Ram, and posters bearing religious slogans related to Lord Ram.
The Uttar Pradesh government has taken stringent security measures for the event, with a dial 112 monitoring centre set up at Lata Mangeshkar Chowk in Lucknow. Over 13 thousand security personnel have been deployed in and around Ayodhya to ensure the smooth and secure conduct of the mega temple event, with traffic diversions and strict entry regulations in place.
Special DG Prashant Kumar emphasizes the significance of this undertaking for the UP Police, highlighting extensive security arrangements and coordination with central and state agencies. Elaborate seating arrangements for invitees and a sector-wise deployment of officials and personnel contribute to the meticulous planning. With approximately 10,000 CCTV cameras across the district, the authorities are ensuring comprehensive surveillance for the event.
As the Hindu community worldwide prepares for grand celebrations, their boundless enthusiasm and reverence are evident, marking this historic occasion with immense significance.