Ayodhya Dham has erupted in devotion, marking the Pratishtha Dwadashi celebrations from January 11 to 13, 2025, as the first anniversary of Ram Lalla’s consecration in the grand Ram Mandir.
#WATCH | Uttar Pradesh: Devotees gather in Ayodhya ahead of the first-anniversary celebration of Ram Temple’s Pran Pratishtha ceremony. pic.twitter.com/FemJklzeRO
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This three-day festival is going to be a tremendous spiritual and cultural extravaganza, attracting devotees from all corners of the country.
Shri Ram Rag Seva is being organized at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi temple in Ayodhya to commemorate the first anniversary of the Pran Pratishtha of Prabhu Shri Ramlalla Sarkar. This devotional event is dedicated to celebrating the spiritual and cultural glory of Lord Shri Ram,… pic.twitter.com/2iqo8ENUAv
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#WATCH | Shri Ram Lalla Mahabhishek performed at Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya on the occasion of the first anniversary of ‘Pran Pratishtha’
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The celebrations started with Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath performing the sacred Abhishek of Shri Ram Lalla at 11 AM in the temple’s sanctum sanctorum. Following the Maha-abhishek, he inaugurated a cultural programme at Angad Tila and addressed devotees.
Best wishes to everyone on the occasion of Pratishtha Dwadashi#AyodhyaDham #AyodhyaRamTemple #Ayodhya #YogiAdityanath pic.twitter.com/D3I1TPKOvi— दिव्यांश प्रताप सिंह अयोध्या #Ayodhya #Mahakumbh (@divyanhAYODHYA) January 11, 2025
The event is special because it marks the completion of one year of the inauguration of the newly constructed Ram Mandir, which is a symbol of Indian culture and Sanatan Dharma. According to Champat Rai, General Secretary of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, Pratishtha Dwadashi falls on Paush Shukla Paksha, Dwadashi, Vikram Samvat 2081.
#WATCH | Uttar Pradesh: Devotees chant Ram Bhajans as they gather in Ayodhya ahead of the first-anniversary celebration of Ram Temple’s Pran Pratishtha ceremony. pic.twitter.com/UMNQEfAhOJ
— ANI (@ANI) January 11, 2025
Highlights of the Festival
Citywide Celebrations: Vibrant kirtans and cultural performances will continue throughout the day at locations like Lata Chowk, Janmabhoomi Path, and Ram Ki Paidi, creating a divine ambiance across Ayodhya.
आज 1 जनवरी 2025 बुधवार प्रातः 7 बजे से अभी तक प्रभु श्री रामलला सरकार के अनवरत दर्शन हो रहे हैं। 5 कतारों के माध्यम से भक्त लगातार दर्शन कर रहे हैं।
अनुमान है कि अभी तक ही लगभग 2 लाख से अधिक भक्त दर्शन कर चुके हैं। अभी रात्रि ९ बजे तक प्रवेश होगा।
Today, on January 1, 2025,… pic.twitter.com/Sg066mpFDX
— Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra (@ShriRamTeerth) January 1, 2025
A special song dedicated to Lord Ram will be released. Renowned singers Anuradha Paudwal, Hariharan, Malini Awasthi, Shankar Mahadevan, and Sonu Nigam have contributed for this devotional composition.
Coverage of Shree Ram Rag Sewa for Pratishtha Dwadashi Ceremony, 2025 !
Thanks Times of India..🌹#pratishthadwadashi @ShriRamTeerth pic.twitter.com/zRjS5hYu9N— Yatindra Mishra (@YatindraKiDaak) January 11, 2025
The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust takes pride in presenting a special song dedicated to Prabhu Shri Ramlala. Created in collaboration with Times Music, this devotional composition, penned by Shri Yatindra Mishra, has been brought to life by the melodious voices of… pic.twitter.com/IfOLPUTSN7
— Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra (@ShriRamTeerth) January 10, 2025
Devotional Performances
The Shri Ram Raag-Seva, a three-day series of devotional music, dance, and instrumental renditions curated by Yatindra Mishra, will take place near the Mandir. Supported by the Sangeet Natak Academy, it features renowned artists like Usha Mangeshkar, Mayuresh Pai, and Rakesh Chaurasia.
The festivities promise a blend of spirituality and culture, commemorating a historic milestone for Ayodhya and devotees worldwide.