Today is the Pran Pratishtha Mahotsav and the buzz in the temple city is unmissable. It is the grand culmination of the seven-day celebrations that have been going on nonstop.
Along with the Prime Minister Narendra Modi and RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat, a host of celebrities from all walks of life have assembled at Ayodhya to partake in the consecration ceremony.
Grand Dinner Organized Yesterday For Special Invitees
Organised by Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra, a dinner was hosted by Bimlendra Mohan Pratap Singh (also a trustee) and his son Yatindra Mishra, from the royal family, at their Raj Sadan palace on the eve of ceremony yesterday.
As per sources, singers Sonu Nigam, Shankar Mahadevan and Malini Awasthi, actors Hema Malini, Kangana Ranaut, Sunil Lahiri and athlete PT Usha were present. Many royal families from different parts of India were also part of this dinner.
Leading Indian Singers Regale Assembled Devotees With Ram Bhajans
Today, since the morning, leading and popular singers from across India have been regaling the assembled devotees with Ram Bhajans. They included Sonu Nigam, Shankar Mahadevan and others.
Standing on 2.7 acres of land in the temple town, the Ram temple is a marvel of architectural prowess. It reaches a height of 161 feet, spans 235 feet in width, and boasts a total length of 360 feet. Constructed in the distinguished Nagara style, one of the two temple-building styles from ancient India, the Ram temple follows all Vedic rituals while seamlessly integrating modern technology. The built-up area covers nearly 57,000 square feet, constituting a three-floor structure that stands at about 70% of the height of the iconic Qutub Minar.
Security Measures At All-time High
Security measures in Ayodhya have been significantly heightened due to today’s presence of several VVIPS and masses at the consecration ceremony. The Uttar Pradesh government has employed several advanced technologies, including surveillance drones, night vision devices, and CCTV cameras. The Integrated Traffic Management System (ITMS), integrated with 1500 public CCTV cameras, ensures vigilant monitoring across the city. The implementation of a comprehensive security plan includes the deployment of teams from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF). Ayodhya Railway Station will also witness tight security arrangements. Fire brigade provisions in tent cities have been made to ensure swift responses to any unforeseen incidents. An anti-drone system, overseen by the Special Security Force (SSF), has been employed to add an extra layer of protection against potential aerial threats. The public is advised that only those invited by the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust will be allowed entry, others have been requested to watch the proceeding live on broadcast media and celebrate in their own regions and localities. Stringent security and transportation arrangements are in place for the event.
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