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Shri Ram Lalla Mahabhishek performed at Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya on the occasion of the first anniversary of 'Pran Pratishtha'

11 Jan 2025

A journey of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, from the demolition of the Babri Masjid in 1992 to the pran pratistha ceremony of the temple in 2023 and now the 1st anniversary (11 Jan 2025) as per Hindu calendar.

Agree or disagree, but you have to accept that the supreme sacrifices of all the Kar Sevaks who sacrificed their precious lives, numerous yatras and years of relentless legal battles didn't go in vain. The BJP government under U.P. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Prime Minister Narendra Modi made an impossible dream come true. 

The dream of generations of Hindus who have waited for 500 years to see the building of Ram mandir at the birthplace (Janmabhoomi) of Bhagvan Shri Ram.

That’s why we are celebrating the 1st anniversary of Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha. 

Today ie. 11 Jan is 1 year as per Hindu calendar. The actual date of the 1st anniversary is 22 January 2025 and preparations are underway to make sure everything goes well.

#RamMandirAnniversary #RamMandirAyodhya

Ayodhya Ram mandir 1 year pran pratishtha ceremony 2025
Ayodhya Ram mandir 1 year pran pratishtha ceremony 2025

Ayodhya is now closer than ever!

With a world-class airport, a modern railway station and the Purvanchal Expressway connecting major cities, Ayodhya is rising as a global spiritual hub.

Ayodhya has emerged as Uttar Pradesh's top destination in 2024. With over 11 crore visitors in just the first half of the year, it now attracts one-third of the state’s total tourists.

Ayodhya is witnessing a historic transformation, blending its rich spiritual heritage with modern development. From the grand Ram Mandir attracting millions to cutting-edge infrastructure, green initiatives and economic growth, the city is redefining its identity. 

Key features of Ram mandir Ayodhya

  • Not a Single penny for Bhagwan Sh Ram Mandir at Ayodhya was paid by Govt. Rs 3200 Crore were collected from Hindu individuals and Hindu trusts across India. Volunteers reached 4Lac plus villages and collected individually.
  • Ayodhya’s Ram Mandir becomes UP’s most visited attraction of 2024; outshines the Taj Mahal.

Ayodhya - 135.5 million visitors
Taj Mahal - 125.1 million visitors

BABUR's legacy: BABRI MASJID, U.P.

Probably the most unnecessary and troublesome legacy left by any Muslim foreigner in India is the Babri masjid. Babur himself would have cared little about the sanctity of the Babri masjid since it was never meant to be a masjid in the first place. This structure was built in 1528-29 CE by demolishing an existing 10th CE hindu temple, and although its name may seem to resemble that of its patron; it actually isn't.

Read more about Mughal emperor Babur 

Ram Raja Temple, Orchha, Madhya Pradesh

If you are a Ram bhakt, this might interest you; There is yet another Ram temple in Madhya Pradesh, where Bhagwan Ram is worshiped as a king. A Guard of Honor is held everyday, by the policemen who are appointed as the Temple guards followed by Armed salution in honor of Shri Ram. The credit for building this temple goes to the Bundela Rajput king of Madhya Pradesh.

Here, meals & other amenities are provided to the deity in a kingly fashion.

Read more- The complete Madhya Pradesh tour 


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