Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel attends consecration ceremony at Ahmedabad's Sanatan Ramdham Temple
Synopsis
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel joined saints, religious leaders, and thousands of devotees on 10 May to conclude the 10-day Murti Pran Pratishtha Mahotsav at Ahmedabad's nearly 90-year-old Shri Sanatan Ramdham Temple, whose renovation was supported by the Pavitra Yatradham Vikas Board.
Key Takeaways
Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel attended the concluding day of the Murti Pran Pratishtha Mahotsav at Shri Sanatan Ramdham Temple , Thaltej, Ahmedabad on 10 May 2025 .
The 10-day religious event marked the completion of renovation of the nearly 90-year-old temple.
Renovation was supported by the Pavitra Yatradham Vikas Board and donor contributions.
Former Deputy CM Nitin Patel and religious leaders including Dilipdas Maharaj , Mohandas Maharaj , and Rajendra Prasad Shastri were also present.
CM Patel offered prayers at the newly consecrated Shri Ram Darbar and participated in the Maha Aarti .
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Sunday, 10 May attended the Murti Pran Pratishtha Mahotsav at the Shri Sanatan Ramdham Temple in Ahmedabad's Thaltej area, taking part in the concluding ceremonies of a 10-day religious event held to mark the completion of renovation works at the nearly 90-year-old temple. The consecration ceremony drew saints, religious leaders, elected representatives, and a large number of devotees for its final day of observances.
Key Ceremonies and Rituals
Chief Minister Patel offered prayers at the newly consecrated Shri Ram Darbar and other idols installed at the temple complex. He participated in the Maha Aarti and took part in rituals conducted inside the sanctum sanctorum in the presence of saints and priests, accompanied by Vedic chants and scriptural rites. The temple premises resonated with devotional chants of
Point of View
The optics of a sitting chief minister leading a Maha Aarti at a newly consecrated temple carry clear electoral and cultural signalling ahead of local civic cycles. What is less examined is the extent to which the Pavitra Yatradham Vikas Board's funding priorities are publicly audited — a question that matters as state resources flow into religious infrastructure.
NationPress
10 May 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Murti Pran Pratishtha Mahotsav at Sanatan Ramdham Temple?
The Murti Pran Pratishtha Mahotsav is a 10-day religious consecration event held at the Shri Sanatan Ramdham Temple in Ahmedabad's Thaltej area to mark the installation of newly consecrated idols following the temple's renovation. The event concluded on 10 May 2025 with the Maha Aarti in the presence of Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel.
Why was the Sanatan Ramdham Temple renovated?
The Shri Sanatan Ramdham Temple, nearly 90 years old, underwent restoration and development works supported by the Pavitra Yatradham Vikas Board and contributions from donors. The renovation aimed to restore and develop the longstanding centre of devotion in Ahmedabad.
Who attended the consecration ceremony at Sanatan Ramdham Temple?
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and former Deputy Chief Minister Nitin Patel attended the event, along with religious leaders including Dilipdas Maharaj, Mohandas Maharaj, and Rajendra Prasad Shastri. Temple trustees, donors, local leaders, and a large number of devotees were also present.
What is the Pavitra Yatradham Vikas Board?
The Pavitra Yatradham Vikas Board is a Gujarat government body that supports the restoration and development of religious and pilgrimage sites across the state. It contributed to the renovation works undertaken at the Shri Sanatan Ramdham Temple in Ahmedabad.
What rituals did Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel perform at the temple?
Chief Minister Patel offered prayers at the newly consecrated Shri Ram Darbar and other installed idols, participated in the Maha Aarti, and took part in rituals inside the sanctum sanctorum conducted in the presence of saints and priests amid Vedic chants.
