Ayodhya Ram Mandir Highlights: UP CM Yogi lights 'Ram Jyoti' after 'pran pratishtha' ceremony

Actor-singer Ayushmann Khurrana said after the Ram Mandir ceremony, "It is a historic moment, thank you so much for inviting me here. Everybody should visit this place, it's beautiful."

After attending Ayodhya Ram temple 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony, Uttar Pradesh Deputy CM & BJP leader KP Maurya says, " Life has become blessed, 'Ram Lalla virajmaan ho gaye', in his birthplace. I got to see him closely..." (ANI)

After finishing his speech, PM Modi was seen sprinkling flowers on the idol of Jatayu on the premises of the Ayodhya Ram Mandir.

During his speech, PM Modi said, "There was also a time when some people used to say 'Ram Mandir bana toh aag lag jaegi'...Such people could not understand the purity of India's social spirit. The construction of this temple of Ram Lalla is also a symbol of peace, patience, mutual harmony and coordination of the Indian society. We are seeing that this construction is not giving birth to any fire, but to energy..."

PM Narendra Modi offers prayers to Ram Lalla. The idol was unveiled at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya during the Pran Pratishtha ceremony. (ANI)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has concluded his speech and is now proceeding towards Kuber Tila where the ancient temple of Lord Shiva has been restored, along with the installation of a statue of Jatayu.

Prime Minister Modi reflects on the future after the completion of the Ram Temple. He asks, "What next? After Ram Temple?"

Modi envisions a transformative era, suggesting that the current generation holds the responsibility to shape a spiritually enriched and prosperous India.

"Now as great souls watch us from heaven, I am getting a feeling that kaal chakra is changing, and our generation has been chosen to represent this change. That is why I say this is the right time. Let us now take a pledge to build a great divine India."

Prime Minister Modi conveys his gratitude to the Supreme Court, saying, "The legal battle over the existence of Lord Ram went on for decades. I would like to express my gratitude to the judiciary of India for doing justice".

Prime Minister Modi expresses remorse after the Pran Pratishtha ceremony in Ayodhya, apologising to Lord Ram for the "delay" in the construction of the Ram Temple.

"Today, I apologise to Lord Ram as there was something lacking in our love and penance due to which this work (construction of Ram Temple) was not done for so many years. However, that gap has been bridged today and I am confident that Lord Ram will forgive us," he says.

Modi highlights the historic significance of the day, envisioning it as a moment that will be remembered and discussed for centuries to come.

"January 22, 2024, is not just a date, but the beginning of a new era. The construction of Ram Mandir has filled people with a new energy," he says.

He congratulates the entire country on this momentous occasion.

Reflecting on the profound experience, Modi says, "I am here after being a witness to the momentous occasion of the garbh Griha. My entire being is still occupied with that divya feeling." He conveys a strong message by stating, "Our Ram Lalla won't live in a tent," indicating the fulfilment of a longstanding dream and the establishment of a permanent and dignified abode for Lord Ram.

Prime Minister Modi commences his address with a respectful greeting to Lord Ram by saying "Siyawar Ram Chandra." He then extended his greetings to the august audience with folded hands, declaring, “Our Ram has arrived. After years of struggle and countless sacrifices, our Ram has arrived.”

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, following the Pran Pratishtha ceremony of Ram Lalla in Ayodhya, envisions the emergence of a new India. He acknowledges Prime Minister Modi's dedication but emphasises the collective responsibility of the citizens. He says, "I know PM is a tapasvi. But he alone can't do it. Now we too must do our bit." Bhagwat calls for active participation from the people in the nation-building process.

Yogi Adityanath says the inauguration of the temple is likely the first instance where a majority had to endure a prolonged struggle to secure a rightful place for their Lord in his birthplace.

Yogi Adityanath extended heartfelt congratulations to the people for witnessing the fulfilment of a 500-year-old dream. "I am overwhelmed, and I believe that so are you," Yogi Adityanath declared, capturing the shared emotions of the gathering.

Yogi Adityanath went on to describe the significance of the day, proclaiming, "Today, the whole of India is Ayodhya Dhaam."

Following the auspicious 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath is addressing a gathering of invitees, expressing profound sentiments and highlighting significant aspects of the historic event.

Adityanath lauds Prime Minister Narendra Modi as the world's most popular leader, acknowledging his pivotal role in realising the long-cherished dream of the construction and consecration of the temple.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who had undertaken an 11-day Anushtan, in the run-up to the 'Pran Pratishtha' rituals, broke his fast after the consecration ceremony.

After the Pran Pratishtha ceremony at Ayodhya's Ram Mandir, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath presented Prime Minister Modi with a replica of the newly inaugurated temple.

Govind Dev Giri Ji Maharaj, a religious figure and member of Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra, felicitated Prime Minister Modi at the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya.

Singer-composer Hariharan shared his profound emotions, revealing that he had tears of joy in his eyes.

“I can't describe this moment in words, everyone here is so happy,” he said.

Folk singer and Padma awardee Malini Awasthi expressed her overwhelming emotions, saying that she was left speechless by the experience.

"I am speechless. I was dancing and crying tears of joy. What a divine form (of Ram Lalla)! We are fortunate to be in an era of technology that we could see this while sitting at home," she said.

Several celebrities, including Rajinikanth, Chiranjeevi, Ram Charan, Madhuri Dixit Nene, Vicky Kaushal, Katrina Kaif, Ayushmann Khurrana, Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Amitabh Bachchan, Abhishek Bachchan, Kangana Ranaut, Madhur Bhandarkar, Anupam Kher, and filmmaker Rohit Shetty, have at the temple to participate in the grand ceremony.

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