Exclusive: PM Modi Observes Rigorous 11-Day Ritual Ahead of Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha Ceremony | Reports

In preparation for the upcoming Pran Pratishtha of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has embarked on an 11-day 'anusthan,' a special religious ritual marked by austere practices, according to reliable sources. The Prime Minister, known for his disciplined lifestyle, is reportedly sleeping on the floor and sustaining himself solely on a diet of coconut water during this period.

Commencing the ritual on January 12, Prime Minister Modi expressed his gratitude for being a part of this "historic" and "auspicious" occasion. He sees himself as an instrument chosen by God to represent all Indians during the Pran Pratishtha exercise. The 11-day religious observance is undertaken with this profound responsibility in mind. ALSO READ: Look into Ayodhya's Ram Mandir Interior: A Glimpse of Golden Sanctum Sanctorum & More!

The Prime Minister is said to be strictly adhering to 'Yam Niyam' during these 11 days, following the instructions laid down in the scriptures. 'Yam Niyam' prescribes various austere measures, encompassing yoga, meditation, and discipline in different aspects of life. Many of these disciplines, such as waking up before sunrise, meditation, and consuming 'satvik' (pure) food, are already part of PM Modi's daily routine.

In addition to 'Yam Niyam,' officials stated that the Prime Minister has chosen to observe a fast with strict penance during the 11-day period. Fasting and penance are considered integral aspects of the consecration process, described as the manifestation of divine consciousness in the deity's idol.

The Pran Pratishtha ceremony, scheduled for January 22, will witness the installation of the idol of Ram Lalla in the sanctum sanctorum of the Ram Mandir. The ceremony holds significant cultural and religious importance, symbolizing the consecration of the divine presence in the deity's idol. The rituals leading up to the consecration, ongoing until the eve of the event, involve several religious practices. ALSO READ: Divine Sculpture for the Divine: Ram Lalla Idol Unveiled Ahead of Ayodhya's Ram Mandir Inauguration!

The dream of decades has now become a reality.

First glimpse of Prabhu Ram Lalla.
Jai Shree Ram. pic.twitter.com/0wQb9IGUqJ

— Shobha Karandlaje (@ShobhaBJP) January 19, 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, slated to be the chief guest at the consecration ceremony, has taken a hands-on approach to the preparations, observing a rigorous 11-day ritual to spiritually align himself with the momentous occasion. The event is expected to draw over 7,000 attendees, including politicians, celebrities, industrialists, and saints, marking the inauguration of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya. The meticulous observance of rituals and the Prime Minister's personal involvement underscores the cultural and religious significance of the upcoming ceremony.

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