Ayodhya Ram Temple: 148 of 150 Works Done; Grand Lighting by Nov 15
Nripendra Misra reveals 148 of 150 construction works at the Ayodhya Ram Temple are complete, with facade lighting set for November 15.
The grand vision of the Ayodhya Ram Temple is rapidly nearing completion. Nripendra Misra, the Chairman of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple Construction Committee, has announced that 148 out of approximately 150 construction projects within the temple premises have already been finished and handed over to the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust.
Misra arrived in Ayodhya for a comprehensive two-day review meeting to evaluate the remaining construction activities, financial records, and the progress of the temple's facade lighting.
The Final Push for Completion
While the vast majority of the work is complete, a few critical tasks remain. The construction process involves a strict handover protocol where Larsen & Toubro (L&T), the executing agency, must provide all relevant drawings, designs, and financial documentation. These are then meticulously inspected by the Trust's project engineers before final acceptance.
The Challenge of Weather
One of the primary pending projects is the Par Kota, the temple's perimeter complex. Specifically, the rooftop water treatment plant associated with this structure is still under development. Misra noted that this particular task requires strong sunlight and dry weather to be completed. Recent rainfall in Ayodhya has caused some delays, but he expressed confidence that the work will be wrapped up by November 15.
A Grand Glow for Diwali
In anticipation of the upcoming Diwali celebrations, the committee is fast-tracking the temple's aesthetic enhancements. The facade lighting for the main temple and the lighting along the parikrama route are both expected to be fully operational by November 15, ensuring a magnificent appearance for devotees and visitors during the festival of lights.
Beyond the Main Shrine: Museum and Memorials
The review meeting also extended to infrastructure projects located outside the primary temple complex:
- Ram Katha Museum: Described as a major undertaking, the museum is currently in its final stages of development.
- Martyrs' Memorial: The main structure of the memorial is complete, with only horticultural work in the surrounding gardens still in progress.
- Madhvacharya Dwar: This project is approximately 80 per cent complete, with Misra scheduled to personally inspect the site to expedite the remaining work.
- Auditorium: The progress of the temple auditorium was also a key point of the review.
The ongoing two-day assessment aims to resolve any outstanding issues and ensure that all remaining projects are handed over to the Trust within the stipulated timelines, bringing the massive construction phase to a successful close.