The consecration ceremony of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya is likely to be held on January 22 while the rituals for the gala event may start from January 17, five days in advance.
Mahant Govind Dev Giri, the treasurer of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, stated that according to the 'panchang' (almanack), the 'Mrigashira Nakshatra' will begin to exist at 3:52 pm on January 22 and last until 4:58 pm on January 23. What makes the occasion more auspicious is that ‘Amrit Siddhi Yoga’ and ‘Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga’ are also coinciding with this period, said Giri. The occasion is most suited to the ‘Pran Pratistha’ (consecration) ceremony, he added.
The Trust had previously stated that Ram Lalla would ride into Ayodhya in a customised chariot and lead a large parade throughout the city before the consecration ceremony. The event will be run under the direction of Kashi scholars.
Ayodhya temple movement fatality victims' relatives will also be invited to the consecration event. Additionally, representatives from well-known temples and monasteries from across the nation as well as experts in politics, arts, sports, and more will be invited. Representatives from Vaishno Devi, Kashi Vishwanath, Badrinath, Kedarnath and other prominent temples will be invited.