How Does the Ram Temple 'dhwaj' Represent Sacrifice and Dedication?
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Key Takeaways
- Flag-hoisting ceremony to mark temple completion.
- Attendance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other dignitaries.
- Flag features Sun symbol and represents sacrifice.
- Estimated 6,000 attendees expected.
- Five days of worship conducted for flag sanctity.
Ayodhya, Nov 25 (NationPress) With the much-anticipated flag-hoisting ceremony at the Ram Janmabhoomi Temple scheduled for Tuesday, preparations are in full swing to accommodate the arriving devotees and a series of events throughout the day.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to grace the occasion, symbolizing a pivotal moment in the temple's construction journey.
A magnificent flag, measuring 22 feet in length and 11 feet in width, is set to be raised to honor this significant event. Created by a parachute expert from Ahmedabad, the flag weighs between 2 and 3 kilograms and is designed to endure the conditions atop the temple's 161-foot peak and 42-foot flagpole.
This flag will feature the Sun symbol, which signifies Lord Rama's Suryavanshi lineage and divine brilliance.
Champat Rai, the General Secretary of the Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra, shared that the flag will be ceremoniously hoisted in the presence of esteemed guests, including RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, the Governor of Uttar Pradesh, and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath.
In statements to the media, he remarked, "The flag is embellished with an image of the Kovidara tree, the sun, and Om. Its saffron hue symbolizes fire, the rising sun, sacrifice, and dedication. This triangular flag stands 10 feet tall and stretches 20 feet long. A live broadcast will allow everyone to witness this momentous occasion.
Govind Dev Giri, Treasurer of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Trust, expressed his enthusiasm for the upcoming event, stating, "We are incredibly thrilled that the day marking the temple's completion has finally arrived, a moment long awaited for centuries. Our dedication has been unwavering in the lead-up to this milestone.
"We anticipate welcoming 6,000 attendees, with all necessary arrangements already in place," he added.
Moreover, he highlighted that the 'dhwaj' has undergone five days of worship to maintain its sanctity, stating, "We have revered the 'dhwaj' for the past five days to ensure its purity as it ascends to fly high over the temple.
As final preparations are wrapped up, Ayodhya is ready to host an event of profound historical and spiritual importance as the flag ascends above the Ram Janmabhoomi Temple.