Yogi Adityanath to lead consecration at Ayodhya Ram Temple on June 5
The Hindu
Ayodhya prepares for second temple consecration event, with Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath leading the ceremonies.
The consecration of Raja Ram and other deities in the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi complex will be led by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, temple officials said on Wednesday (June 4, 2025).
This would be the second consecration event at the temple in over a year, with the first one taking place last January.
"On this special occasion, the Chief Minister will seek the blessings of Lord Shri Ram, further strengthening his profound spiritual connection with Ayodhya," an official statement read.
Ayodhya, a city marked for its temples, will also celebrate the 'Trayodashi' birth anniversary of the Saryu River.
According to the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, the pran pratishtha rituals are scheduled to commence at 11 a.m. on Thursday.
The event will coincide with the 53rd birthday of priest-politician Mr. Adityanath.
Over the past eight years, Ayodhya has seen development projects exceeding ₹32,000 crore falling in its lot, with a considerable chunk of it spent on road, rail, and air connectivity.
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