Ayodhya : On November 25, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will raise a saffron flag atop the Ram Temple’s 161-foot main spire in Ayodhya, marking the first time all seven spires of the shrine would be decked with saffron flags. Officials from the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust said that preparations for the great celebration are underway, with senior state and trust members stationed in Ayodhya to monitor the arrangements.
Ayodhya beautification is in full swing
Ayodhya is being decked with saffron flags, flowers, and lights in anticipation of the celebration. The Tourism and Culture Department will hold cultural events from November 21 to 25, including Ram Katha narrations, devotional music, classical dances, and folk performances. Meanwhile, the Municipal Corporation is carrying out a beautifying effort that includes road maintenance, ghat repainting, and tree planting.
The Temple Trust arranges accommodation for guests
Champat Rai, the Temple Trust Secretary, revealed that approximately 1,600 rooms have been reserved for guests. Additional sleeping quarters with suitable bedding and blankets have been prepared in Karsevakpuram, Ramsevakpuram, and Teerth Kshetra Puram.
RSS chief Bhagwat and Chief Minister Yogi will participate
The ritual, which will take place on Vivah Panchami, will begin between 8 and 9 a.m. and end at 2 p.m. The Prime Minister will be joined by RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel, and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath.
Regular darshan will be suspended for the day.
The unique saffron flag, which measures 22 by 11 feet, was made from parachute fabric and silk thread. Mounted on a 42-foot pole, it will have a 360-degree rotating mechanism and display emblems of the Sun, ‘Om’, and the Kovidar tree.
