According to a report by India Today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is currently observing an 11-day ‘anusthan’ or special ritual in preparation for the Pran Pratishtha of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya. During this period, he is following strict practices, including sleeping on the floor and consuming only coconut water. He announced the commencement of this ritual on January 12, expressing his gratitude for the historic occasion.
Prime Minister Modi in his message to the nation a few day ago, said that he saw himself as a representative of all Indians in this divine exercise, emphasizing that he was chosen by God for this purpose.
To adhere to the prescribed guidelines, he is strictly following the ‘Yam Niyam,’ which includes practices like yoga, meditation, and various austerities, according to sources in the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO). Many of these principles are already a part of his daily routine, such as rising before sunrise and maintaining a ‘satvik’ diet.
In addition to these practices, the Prime Minister has chosen to undertake a fast with rigorous penance for the entire 11-day period. This fasting is an essential part of the consecration process, aligning with the guidelines provided in scriptures.
The idol of Ram Lalla was recently brought inside the sanctum sanctorum of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, signaling the preparations for the upcoming Pran Pratishtha on January 22. Several rituals are being conducted in the lead-up to this ceremony, continuing until the eve of the event. Prime Minister Modi is set to be the chief guest at the consecration ceremony, which will also mark the official inauguration of the Ram temple in Ayodhya.
The temple trust anticipates a significant turnout, with over 7,000 attendees, including politicians, celebrities, industrialists, and saints expected to participate in the ceremony.
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