Cricket Legends Sachin Tendulkar, Mithali Raj, Anil Kumble Attend Ram Lalla’s ‘Pran Pratishtha’ Ceremony in Ayodhya

Indian cricket icons Sachin Tendulkar, Mithali Raj, and Anil Kumble graced the ‘Pran Pratishtha’ ceremony of Ram Lalla in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh. The event witnessed former cricketer Kumble, fondly known as Jumbo, expressing his delight, calling it a divine and historic occasion. Current cricket star Ravindra Jadeja and badminton ace Saina Nehwal also joined the event.

Saina Nehwal, speaking to ANI, expressed her immense happiness and urged people to visit the temple in the future, considering it a significant day. Mithali Raj, former India skipper, shared her joy, stating that people had long awaited this moment, considering it a celebration that she was delighted to be part of.

The ‘Pran Prathistha’ ceremony at Ram Janmabhoomi, Ayodhya, is scheduled for Monday afternoon, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, saints, and distinguished guests in attendance. Renowned sports figures, including MS Dhoni, Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli, Mithali Raj, Harmanpreet Kaur, and Ravichandran Ashwin, have been invited to the event.

Commencing at 12:30 p.m. amid stringent security measures, the ceremony will feature a spectacular musical event titled ‘Mangal Dhwani.’ The temple, constructed in the traditional Nagara style, boasts impressive dimensions and intricate sculptures depicting Hindu deities. The main sanctum sanctorum houses the idol of Shri Ramlalla, representing the childhood form of Bhagwan Shri Ram.

The eastern entrance, accessed through 32 stairs via the Singh Dwar, leads to five Mandaps (halls): Nritya Mandap, Rang Mandap, Sabha Mandap, Prathana Mandap, and Kirtan Mandap. Adjacent to the temple, the historic Sita koop well and the restored ancient temple of Bhagwan Shiv at Kuber Tila add to the site’s significance.

The temple’s foundation, featuring a 14-meter-thick layer of roller-compacted concrete (RCC), provides an artificial rock appearance without the use of iron. Granite construction and a 21-foot-high plinth guard against ground moisture, emphasizing the temple’s architectural excellence.