The second phase of the Pran Pratishtha rituals at the grand Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Temple in Ayodhya commenced on Tuesday with massive public participation. The spiritual ceremony marks the consecration of the Ram Darbar on the temple’s first floor.
Thousands of devotees gathered early in the morning to witness the sacred rituals performed by Pradhan Yagya Acharya Jai Prakash Tripathi and three other Acharyas.
Acharyas Explain the Sacred Process
Speaking to NDTV, Acharya Jai Prakash Tripathi described the key rituals performed during the first day. He mentioned that multiple prayers and offerings were conducted as part of the religious process.
Another Acharya involved in the ceremony explained the significance of the event, saying, “Bhagwan Ram Lalla was born, and now he comes in the form of a king.”
He also revealed that on the second day, the Acharyas will begin with prayers dedicated to Lord Ganesha and other deities at the mandap, maintaining the traditional sequence of Vedic rituals.
Devotees Brave Heat to Witness the Event
Despite the summer heat, a sea of devotees queued up outside the temple, eager to be part of the historic event. Many expressed joy and spiritual fulfilment after attending the first day of the Pran Pratishtha.
“It was very crowded and the weather was hot. But I am happy I came here today,” one devotee told NDTV.
Celebrations Continue Till June 5
The Pran Pratishtha rituals, which began at 6:30 am on Tuesday, will continue till June 5. Ahead of the ceremony, the entire Ram Janmbhoomi complex was lit up with vibrant lights, adding to the festive atmosphere.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath is expected to attend the Saryu Jayanti Janmotsav on June 5, as confirmed by Mahant Rajkumar Das Maharaj of Shriramvallabhkunj.
Following this, the Anjaneya Sewa Trust will organise a week-long celebration from June 5 to 11, which will include devotional events, spiritual discourses, and traditional rituals.
