Every year, during Diwali, people celebrate the symbolic return of Lord Ram by lighting lamps in homes and streets. This moving scene memorializes his triumph over the demon king Ravana and his return to Ayodhya following a 14-year banishment.
However, in a short while, the historic city of Ayodhya itself will resound with hymns, festivity, and unmatched happiness as it witnesses its momentous return — the opening of the Ayodhya Ram Mandir, also respectfully referred to as Ram Janmabhoomi.
There are just a few months until the Ayodhya Ram Mandir is completed, which means the building is almost complete.
- The Ram Mandir Construction Committee head, Nripendra Mishra, told the media on May 22, 2023, that the Ram Temple’s Phase I construction will be completed by December 30, 2023.
- The magnificent opening of this contemporary marvel is scheduled for January 24, 2024. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other well-known individuals will supervise the rituals for the highly anticipated event on January 22, 2024.
- The idol of Ram Lalla will be placed in the temple’s sanctum sanctorum (garbha-griha) during the pran-partisha ceremony. On the other hand, starting on January 24, devotees will be able to enter the magnificent shrine.
On the occasion of the temple opening, invitations have been offered to venerated saints from all traditions and significant individuals who contribute to the country’s prestige. A Tent City has been created in the new Teerthakshetrapuram (Bag Bijaisi), which comprises six tubewell, six kitchen buildings, and a hospital with ten beds.
Approximately 150 doctors nationwide have agreed to work in rotation at this hospital. Langars, community kitchens, food distribution facilities, and eating spaces will be established around the town.
Here, we will get into the Ram Mandir’s architectural elements and other important details.
Ayodhya Ram Mandir Area and Capacity
The temple space is 54,700 square feet or around 2.7 acres of land. With a total area of around 70 acres, the Ram Mandir Complex would have enough space to accommodate one million worshippers at a time.
Ayodhya Ram Mandir: Agency Overseeing Construction
The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust is overseeing the construction of the temple.
| Name of the Temple | Shri Ram Mandir |
| Location | Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh |
| Construction | Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust |
| Timings of the Temple | Morning: 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM Evening: 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM |
| Bookings Portal | https://srjbtkshetra.org/ |
Ayodhya Ram Mandir: Funding and Cost Estimates
It is estimated that the temple’s construction will cost between Rs. 1,400 and 1,800 crores. According to representatives of the Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Nyas, the temple trust is getting donations worth Rs 60 to 70 lakh for the construction of the magnificent temple.
Ayodhya Ram Mandir Opening Date
On January 22, 2024, the UP state government intends to welcome pilgrims to the Ayodhya Ram Mandir.
Number of Pilgrims to Ayodhya Ram Mandir
Every day, the shrine receives about 50,000 visitors. It is anticipated that when the temple is officially opened, this number will rise to 100,000.
Stay tuned to get the latest information on the opening ceremony of the Ayodhya Ram Mandir.
