Ahead of the grand consecration ceremony of the Ram temple in Ayodhya, Chief Priest Acharya Satyendra Das expressed optimism about both the upcoming event and the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, calling them auspicious for the country.
In his remarks, Acharya Das highlighted the significance of the developments taking place in Ayodhya. He emphasized that the consecration of the Ram temple, scheduled for January 22, 2024, will not only mark the installation of Ram Lalla in the temple’s sanctum but also bring the ideal of “Ram Rajya” to the city. The priest stressed that this event would prove highly beneficial for India.
“Along with the Ram Mandir, the 2024 elections will bring good fortune,” said Acharya Das, further indicating that both events would positively impact the country’s future.
New Year Celebrations and Enthusiasm for the Ram Mandir Consecration
On December 31, 2023, Ayodhya celebrated the New Year with fervor. Thousands of devotees thronged the city to participate in the celebrations on the eve of the Ram Mandir consecration. Devotees took a holy dip in the Saryu River, visited the Ramjanmabhoomi temple, and offered ‘Chhappan Bhog’ and ‘Prasad’ to Ram Lalla.
Acharya Das reflected on the New Year’s importance, calling it “very significant” as it marks the final lead-up to the consecration of Lord Ram’s idol on January 22. He expressed confidence that this would be an event of great national importance and spiritual significance.
Development Projects in Ayodhya: A Strategic Push Ahead of Elections
On December 30, 2023, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Ayodhya to inaugurate and lay the foundation for development projects worth over Rs 15,000 crore. These included the new Ayodhya airport and the redeveloped railway station, marking a major step towards transforming the city into a key religious and tourist destination.
The development projects are seen as preparations not only for the Ram Mandir consecration ceremony but also for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. The BJP is focusing on capitalizing on the completion of the Ram Mandir to garner support and secure a third consecutive term in power.
The inauguration of these infrastructure projects is expected to improve accessibility to Ayodhya, allowing easier travel for both tourists and devotees. It is anticipated that these developments will bolster the city’s role as a significant religious hub, aligning with the BJP’s political strategy ahead of the elections.
Overall, the confluence of the Ram Mandir’s consecration and major development initiatives in Ayodhya is set to make the city a focal point of national attention, with both spiritual and political implications as India heads toward the 2024 general elections.
