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President Murmu Visits Ayodhya Ram Temple for Hindu New Year Rituals

President Droupadi Murmu is scheduled to visit Ayodhya's Ram Janmabhoomi Temple on March 19 to participate in special Hindu New Year ceremonies, including the installation of a Ram Yantra. Elaborate security and logistical arrangements are in place, with officials ensuring minimal disruption to public access. The President will also honor hundreds of workers involved in the temple's construction during her four-hour visit. Following the event, the temple trust plans to open additional shrines to devotees through a pass system.

Key Points: President Murmu's Ayodhya Visit: Ram Temple Rituals & Security

  • President's visit for Hindu New Year rituals
  • Ram Yantra installation on temple's second floor
  • Security and crowd management plans
  • Honoring 400 temple construction workers
  • Special access for devotees post-event
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Ayodhya gears up for President Murmu's visit on March 19

President Droupadi Murmu visits Ayodhya's Ram Temple for Hindu New Year rituals, Ram Yantra installation, and to honor temple workers. Details inside.

"We are working towards ensuring a hassle free event. - Nikhil Tikaram Funde, DM Ayodhya"

Ayodhya, March 18

Elaborate arrangements are being made for President Droupadi Murmu's upcoming visit to Ayodhya on March 19. The road leading up to the Ram Janmabhoomi Temple has been adorned with saffron flags and pennant banners. Workers were seen putting up banners across the city, depicting President Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath.

Speaking about the arrangements and security measures, Ayodhya's District Magistrate (DM) Nikhil Tikaram Funde, told IANS, "We are working towards ensuring a hassle free event."

He added that 'VIP darshan' will be closed on that day but common people will be allowed to visit the temple except for the time period during the President's visit.

SSP Ayodhya, Gaurav Grover, said, "Today we have been briefed about the security measures and our responsibilities during President Murmu's visit. Right from her landing at the airport to the route that will be taken by her to reach the venue, everything has been planned accordingly."

He added, "We will also ensure that common people who will come for 'darshan', don't face any difficulties."

President Murmu is scheduled to participate in a series of religious ceremonies at the Ram Mandir Ayodhya, including the installation of the Ram Yantra on the temple's second floor and Vedic rituals as part of special celebrations marking the Hindu New Year.

During her visit, the President will also install the Shri Ram Yantra and Shri Ram Naam temple on the second floor of the temple complex and take part in Vedic prayers that will begin at around 9 AM. The rituals will be performed by 51 Vedic scholars from southern India, Kashi, and Ayodhya under the guidance of priest Ganeshwar Shastri.

President Murmu will also honour nearly 400 workers who contributed to the construction of the temple and hoist a flag at one of the temples located along the outer precinct, known as the parkota. The President's convoy is expected to reach the temple complex at around 11 AM and she will remain there for nearly four hours.

The event will see participation from several religious and social leaders, including spiritual leaders. Around 5,000 special guests have been invited for the occasion, while elaborate arrangements are being made for security, seating, transport, and accommodation.

Officials said the temple trust also plans to open access to additional shrines within the complex for devotees after the President's programme. Under the proposed system, about 5,000 devotees will be allowed daily to visit temples within the parkota area through a pass-based arrangement.

Meanwhile, the number of devotees visiting Ayodhya continues to rise, with about 1,500 pilgrims from Punjab arriving in the city by a special train on Saturday to offer prayers to Ram Lalla.

- IANS

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Rohit P
While I respect the President's visit, I hope the security measures don't cause too much disruption for the thousands of pilgrims who have traveled from far and wide. The article says they are trying to minimize difficulties, which is crucial.
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Aman W
It's wonderful that the 400 workers who built the temple are being honoured. They are the real heroes. Often such contributions go unnoticed. This is a very respectful gesture by the President.
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Sarah B
The scale of this event is impressive. 5000 special guests and Vedic scholars from across the country coming together. It shows the temple's importance as a national spiritual center. The pass system for the parkota area afterwards seems like a practical way to manage crowds.
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Vikram M
Good to see the administration is planning well. Ayodhya has seen a massive transformation and handling VIP visits while ensuring smooth darshan for the public is a tough task. Hope everything goes smoothly tomorrow.
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Kavya N
With all due respect, I find the prominent display of political banners alongside the President's image a bit distracting from the purely religious nature of the event. The focus should remain on the rituals and the deity.
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Nikhil C
The fact that 1500 pilgrims came from Punjab

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