The ‘pran prathishtha’ ceremony for the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya is around the corner and is scheduled for January 22. Leading up to this significant Hindu ceremony, some states have declared the day a public holiday to commemorate the event.
The culmination of the rituals is set for January 22, featuring a grand ceremony presided over by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and attended by several VVIPs.
All Set For Rituals Of Ram Mandir For Jan 22
The primary rituals of the Pran Pratistha of Shri Ram Lalla on January 22 will be conducted by a team of priests led by Lakshmikant Dixit. A highlight is the presentation of revered Ram Raj soil from the temple as a memento for the guests. This sacred gift, symbolizing divine grace, can be utilised in home gardens or flower pots, enhancing the spiritual ambiance.
These States Will Observe Holiday On Jan 22
Here are the states which officially declared January 22 a public holiday.
Uttar Pradesh
On January 22, educational institutions in Uttar Pradesh will remain closed in view of the Ram Temple ‘Pran Pratishtha’ ceremony, as directed by chief minister Yogi Adityanath,
Madhya Pradesh
In Madhya Pradesh, chief minister Mohan Yadav has declared January 22 as a school holiday, encouraging people to celebrate the day like a festival. Yadav has also announced a dry day in the state on January 22, issuing orders to keep all types of shops, including liquor and Bhang outlets, closed for Ram Mandir.
Goa
The Goa government has also declared a holiday for government employees and schools on January 22, in light of the ‘pran pratishtha’ ceremony at the Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya.
Chhattisgarh
The Chhattisgarh government has declared January 22 as a holiday for all state government schools and colleges to celebrate the consecration ceremony of the new idol at the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya. Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will preside over the consecration ceremony of the Ram temple in Ayodhya on January 22.