The Bhavya Ram Mandir inauguration positions Ayodhya as a global religious and tourism hub

The inauguration of the Bhavya Ram Mandir in Ayodhya on January 22, 2024, signifies a historic milestone, drawing dignitaries, religious fervour, and global attention. The ceremony not only cemented Ayodhya as a religious destination but also signalled its emergence as a cultural hub with vast tourism potential.

- Dr. Anushree Banerjee

On January 22, 2024, the Bhavya Ram Mandir in Ayodhya hosted a momentous inaugural ceremony, drawing over 7,000 distinguished personalities from various sectors nationwide. Special invitees to the event included notable figures such as Amitabh Bachchan, Mukesh Ambani, Gautam Adani, Anil Agrawal, and Sachin Tendulkar. The focal point of the Pran Pratishtha ceremony was the 51-inch idol of Ram Lalla, meticulously sculpted by Arun Yogiraj of Mysuru.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi played a pivotal role in this historic occasion, conducting the Pran Pratistha of Ram Lalla, marking the culmination of the 11-day anushthan (ritual). The ceremonies were attended by notable figures, including Mohan Bhagwat, the RSS Chief; Anandiben Patel, the UP Governor; and Yogi Adityanath, the CM of Uttar Pradesh. The grandeur was enhanced by army helicopters showering flower petals on the temple grounds.