Prime Minister Narendra Modi Initiates 11-Day 'Anushthan' Ahead of Ram Mandir Consecration Ceremony
- Posted on January 12, 2024
- Religious
- By Arijit Dutta
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi initiates an 11-day anushthan, adhering to rigorous rituals, leading up to the grand Pran Pratishtha ceremony at Ayodhya's Ram temple on January 22. Amid a hectic schedule, Modi expresses gratitude for the divine opportunity and seeks blessings.

Prime
Minister Narendra Modi, in a video on social platform X, announced the
commencement of an 11-day
anushthan (rituals) leading to the 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony at Ayodhya's
Ram temple on January 22. Expressing gratitude for the divine opportunity, Modi
conveyed that he is honored to represent the people of India during this
auspicious occasion.
Hindu shastras outline detailed rituals for 'pran pratishtha.' Despite his busy schedule, PM Modi is determined to follow all the rules, emphasizing the significance of this divine ceremony. He has adopted a daily routine that includes Brahma Muhurat Jagran, prayers, and a simple diet.
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The
Vedic rituals, beginning on January 16, precede the main ceremony. On January
22, Lakshmi Kant Dixit, a priest from Varanasi, will perform the crucial 'Pran
Pratishtha' ceremony. A 1008 Hundi Mahayagya, feeding thousands of devotees,
and tent cities in Ayodhya accommodating 10,000-15,000 people are part of the
elaborate preparations.
With preparations in the final stages, VVIP guests from India and abroad have received invitations for the consecration ceremony. Local authorities are enhancing security measures and logistical arrangements to ensure a smooth and spiritually enriching experience for the anticipated surge in visitors. PM Modi's spiritual journey unfolds amidst profound dedication and adherence to sacred traditions.