The saffron flag was formally hoisted atop the shikhar of the Ram Janmabhoomi temple in Ayodhya during a ceremonial Dhwajarohan conducted in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The event marked another significant milestone in the construction and spiritual journey of the grand temple, which is being developed at the birthplace of Lord Ram.
The flag hoisting ceremony was performed as per traditional Vedic rituals under the guidance of senior priests. Members of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, religious leaders, and senior officials were present on the occasion. The Dhwajarohan ritual is traditionally associated with the completion of an important phase in temple construction and signifies divine protection and blessings for the structure.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in the event as part of his visit to Ayodhya, underscoring the national importance of the temple project. The ceremony took place amidst strict security arrangements across the city. Multi-layered security deployment was in place, and access to sensitive areas was regulated to ensure smooth conduct of the event. A large number of devotees gathered in and around Ayodhya to witness the historic moment through designated viewing areas and live telecasts.
The Ram Janmabhoomi temple has immense cultural, religious, and emotional significance for millions of devotees across the country. Construction work on the temple has been progressing steadily, with several structural components nearing completion. The installation of the saffron flag on the shikhar is viewed as a visible symbol of the temple’s advancement toward full completion.
According to officials associated with the temple trust, the project is being executed with strict adherence to traditional architectural principles and modern engineering standards. The temple complex is being developed to accommodate large numbers of pilgrims, with facilities such as prayer halls, meditation zones, travel infrastructure, and public amenities planned in a phased manner.
Local administration in Ayodhya made elaborate arrangements to manage crowds and maintain law and order during the event. Traffic restrictions were imposed in key areas, and emergency response teams were kept on standby. District officials confirmed that the ceremony was conducted peacefully without any untoward incidents.
Devotees expressed happiness at witnessing the sacred ritual and described the moment as spiritually uplifting. Many believe that the hoisting of the saffron flag represents the fulfillment of a long-standing cultural aspiration and a step closer to the complete realization of the temple.
With construction continuing at a steady pace, further religious ceremonies and public events are expected to be held at the site in the coming months as work progresses toward full completion. Authorities have stated that all future activities will be conducted with appropriate security and crowd management measures in place.
