India News: PM Narendra Modi, along with other dignitaries, is leading the historic 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony in India. The ritual is scheduled to commence at 12:20pm and, as per the temple's trust, is anticipated to conclude by 1pm. Pran pratishtha, though seemingly straightforward in its essence imbuing an idol with life encompasses a series of intricate rituals derived from the Vedas and Puranas, each bearing its unique significance.
A number of state governments have proclaimed holiday for their employees on January 22, 2024 to allow then to take part in the celebrations for the inauguration of the Ayodhya Ram Mandir.
Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust has shared information about the upcoming pran pratishtha ceremony and its associated events. According to traditional Shastriya protocols, the pran pratishtha program is planned to be held during the auspicious Abhijeet Muhurta in the afternoon. The trust has officially announced that the formal procedures for the pre-pran pratistha sacraments will begin on January 16th and run until January 21st, 2024.