Ayodhya Ram Temple: 7 rituals ahead of inauguration
The Ram Temple in Ayodhya will be consecrated on January 22, 2024. Here is a look at the rituals lined up from January 16 to 22 as part of the ceremony.
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A priest appointed by the Temple Trust conducted the 'Dashvidh' bath ritual on the banks of river Saryu. The rituals involved the worship of Lord Vishnu and Godan.
January 16
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The idol of Ram Lalla was taken in a procession to the temple premises in a truck amidst tight security.
January 17
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Rituals will start with Ganesh Ambika Puja, Varun Puja, Matrika Puja, Brahmin Varan, and Vastu Puja.
January 18
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Agni Sthapana, Navagraha Sthapana and a havan will be performed.
January 19
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The temple's sanctum sanctorum will be cleaned with the holy water of Saryu. Rituals including Vaastu Shanti and Annadhivas will follow this.
January 20
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The deity of Ram Lalla will be bathed with 125 urns following which the Shayadhivas ritual will be performed.
January 21
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The deity of Rama Lalla will be consecrated in Mrigashira Nakshatra in the afternoon.