Ayodhya, the sacred city entwined with the legacy of Lord Ram, is set to witness a historic moment as Prime Minister Narendra Modi participates in the grand Pran Pratishtha ceremony of the newly constructed Ram Mandir today January 22. The ceremony, scheduled to commence at 12:20 pm and conclude around 1 pm, is a culmination of years of dedicated effort, merging traditional craftsmanship with cutting-edge scientific expertise.
The construction of the Shri Ram Mandir has been a collaborative effort, with technical assistance from four prominent National Institutes under CSIR (Council of Scientific & Industrial Research) and DST (Department of Science & Technology), alongside inputs from institutions like IITs and ISRO. Dr. Jitendra Singh highlighted that the main temple, an impressive structure measuring 360 ft in length, 235 ft in width, and 161 ft in height, is constructed entirely of sandstone from Bansi Pahadpur, Rajasthan, with no use of cement, iron, or steel. The temple’s structural design boasts earthquake resilience, capable of withstanding tremors of magnitude 8 on the Richter scale for an astounding 2,500 years.
“CSIR-CBRI Roorkee has been involved in the construction of Ram Mandir since early stages. The Institute has contributed towards Structural Design of the main temple, designing Surya Tilak mechanism, design vetting of temple foundation, and Structural Health Monitoring of the main temple,” stated Dr. Jitendra Singh.
Media coverage
The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has established a state-of-the-art Media Centre at the Ram Katha Sangrahalaya in Ayodhya Dham, spanning 13,000 square feet. This facility, equipped with 340 workstations, accommodates 1,000 media persons and includes amenities like press conference rooms, media briefing rooms, a cafeteria, high-speed Wi-Fi, and air conditioning. Special transport arrangements have been made for media coverage, with buses shuttling between Lucknow and Ayodhya.
To ensure the global audience can witness the historic event, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting and Prasar Bharati have organised live telecasts of the Shri Ram Lalla Pran Pratishtha ceremony. Doordarshan will broadcast the event in 4K quality on DD News and DD National channels.
Health facilities
Healthcare takes precedence at Ayodhya Dham, where comprehensive information on medical assistance and other health services is readily available through the local administration and the Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra websites. Teams from JPNA Trauma Centre, AIIMS, New Delhi, are stationed in Ayodhya to provide immediate medical assistance. Additionally, the Bhishma Emergency Response Facility has been established by the Government of India to address any health emergencies during the ceremony.
Traffic management in Ayodhya Dham is streamlined through collaboration between Uttar Pradesh Traffic Police and MapmyIndia. Real-time updates on route closures, traffic redirections, and other traffic-related information are available through the Mappls app, ensuring a smooth and hassle-free journey for devotees and visitors.
Guest list
Prominent figures like industrialists Mukesh Ambani, Gautam Adani, and Ratan Tata, cricket legends Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli, along with Bollywood icons such as Amitabh Bachchan, grace the guest list for this extraordinary event.
As Ayodhya prepares for the grand Pran Pratishtha ceremony, the amalgamation of ancient traditions and modern advancements stands as a testament to the enduring spirit of unity and devotion that the Ram Mandir represents. The inauguration marks not only the physical completion of the temple but also a symbolic resurgence of cultural and spiritual heritage.
Inputs from: pib.gov.in