The consecration of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir in Ayodhya reaches a pivotal moment today with the Dhwajarohan, the flag hoisting ceremony signifying its complete architectural completion. This sacred event will see the raising of a saffron flag, representing the temple’s authority and the glory of Lord Ram. The hoisting is slated for a highly auspicious 44-minute period this afternoon, underscoring the profound spiritual significance of the moment. Ayodhya is abuzz with festivities, decorated elaborately with lights and grand depictions of Lord Ram and Sita, preparing for the temple’s full spiritual activation. The flag atop the temple spire is an ancient symbol, believed to affirm the deity’s presence, divine power, and sanctity of the surrounding area. This ceremony marks the transition from a construction site to a hallowed pilgrimage destination, heralding the era of ‘Ram Rajya’. The chosen date, November 25th, is significant as it is Vivah Panchami, celebrating the divine wedding of Lord Ram and Sita. The Dhwajarohan will occur within the Abhijeet Muhurat, a 44-minute period from 11:45 AM to 12:29 PM IST, considered the most sacred time for auspicious activities and historically associated with Lord Ram’s birth. The impressive saffron flag, measuring 22 feet by 11 feet, will be mounted on a 42-foot pole atop the 161-foot spire. It features hand-drawn symbols of the Sun (Surya) for eternal energy and the Suryavansh lineage, the primordial sound ‘Om’ for life force, and the Kovidar Vriksha, a sacred tree symbolizing prosperity and the ideals of Ram Rajya. Security is heightened for this significant occasion, with the Prime Minister expected to lead parts of the ceremony.
