Thousands of devotees gathered in Ayodhya on Wednesday to mark the second anniversary of the Ram Lalla Pran Pratishtha, the consecration ceremony that formally installed the Ram Lalla idol in the newly built temple. The anniversary brought a mixture of devotion, ceremony and political recognition as leaders acknowledged the momentous milestone.
Ram Temple anniversary draws thousands to Ayodhya
Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak extended warm greetings to the nation, praising the role of Prime Minister Narendra Modi in realising the long-cherished aspiration of millions. “On the completion of two years of the grand Ram Lalla temple, I extend my heartfelt greetings to all citizens of the country. Thanks to PM Modi, we have been able to witness this occasion of the Sanatan culture,” Pathak said.
The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, which oversaw the construction and consecration, marked the anniversary with ceremonies recalling the original Pran Pratishtha performed on Paush Shukla Paksha Dwadashi in 2024. That event, led by the Prime Minister, completed a centuries-long aspiration among Hindu devotees and transformed Ayodhya into a focal point for pilgrimage.
BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla described the day as auspicious, noting the culmination of years of devotion and effort. “We saw how the work of the Hindu society, which was waiting for this for 500 years, was completed and a great Ram Mandir was built,” he said, adding that the temple and its rituals brought closure to a prolonged period of yearning for many believers.
JD(U) national spokesperson Rajeev Ranjan Prasad framed the achievement as having significance beyond one faith. He said India stands as a spiritual guide for many across the world and that Lord Shri Ram is revered by people of various religions. “During the tenure of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, a historic milestone was achieved with the establishment of Lord Shri Ram’s temple in Ayodhya,” he added.
The anniversary was visible across the town, with processions, chants of “Jai Shri Ram” and large crowds filling the temple precincts and surrounding streets. Pilgrims from states across India converged on Ayodhya to offer prayers, bringing both solemnity and celebration to what organisers described as a day of gratitude.
While the event was primarily religious, it also carried political resonance. Leaders used the occasion to highlight governance and cultural restoration, and to thank officials and volunteers who managed the pilgrimage and ceremonies. The trust and local administration coordinated traffic, security and crowd management to ensure the proceedings were peaceful and orderly.
Observers noted the anniversary reaffirmed Ayodhya’s position as a major religious centre and the Ram Temple’s emergence as a symbol of cultural heritage for many Indians. As devotees observed the second anniversary, the ceremonies reflected a combination of faith, political acknowledgement and national attention, underscoring how the site continues to shape public life and discourse.
Key Takeaways:
- Uttar Pradesh leaders and thousands of devotees marked the Ram Temple anniversary in Ayodhya.
- Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak and other leaders credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the consecration.
- The second anniversary commemorated the 2024 Pran Pratishtha and drew nationwide pilgrim turnout.
