Ayodhya’s Ram Darbar Opens to Devotees Amid Spiritual Fervour and Tight Security
A wave of devotion swept through Ayodhya on Saturday as the first floor of the majestic Ram Temple, now transformed into the divine Ram Darbar, was officially opened for public darshan. Pilgrims from all corners of the country gathered in large numbers, eager to witness this sacred milestone in person.
The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, in close coordination with the district administration, made the decision to open the sanctum after careful planning to manage the expected influx of devotees.
To ensure a smooth and orderly darshan experience, a pass-based entry system—similar to the one used for Ram Lalla’s darshan—has been put in place. On the inaugural day, only 300 passes were issued, divided between two time slots: 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.. Half of the passes were managed by the district administration, while the other half were allocated by the temple trust.
Each batch of 150 passes included:
- 100 ‘Special Darshan’ passes
- 50 ‘Easy Access Darshan’ passes for elderly or differently-abled devotees
🔱 Spiritual Majesty in the Ram Darbar
The first floor now houses an exquisitely designed Ram Darbar, with a grand idol of Lord Ram in royal attire, surrounded by lifelike representations of Sita, Lakshman, Bharat, Shatrughan, and Hanuman. Set in an ornate divine tableau, the Ram Darbar radiates spiritual grandeur and regality, evoking deep reverence among visitors.
Despite the blistering summer heat, long queues were seen forming outside the temple gates. Devotees, undeterred by the weather, shared heartfelt reactions.
“We’ve waited in the scorching sun, but just being here fills us with peace and joy,” said a pilgrim who had traveled over 500 km for the darshan. “All our fatigue vanished the moment we stepped near the temple. It’s a dream come true,” said another devotee.
Vastu-Aligned Installations Complete Temple Complex
The Ram Darbar’s opening follows the June 5 consecration of eight deities installed in various wings of the temple complex, in accordance with traditional Vastu Shastra. These include:
- Lord Shiva (Northeast)
- Lord Ganesha (Southeast)
- Lord Hanuman (South)
- Surya, the Sun God (Southwest)
- Goddess Bhagwati (Northwest)
- Goddess Annapurna (North)
These deities, along with the central Ram Darbar, complete a spiritually balanced and architecturally harmonious layout designed to enhance the sanctity and energy of the temple.
