Ram Mandir flag-hoisting: Tribals, Babri litigant's son join historic celebration
Ayodhya just saw a big moment—about 7,000 special guests, including Iqbal Ansari (son of a key Babri mosque case litigant) and tribal community members from Sonbhadra, gathered for the Ram Mandir's flag-hoisting ceremony.
The event marked the temple's formal completion and was all about bringing people from different backgrounds together.
Guests welcomed with warmth (and EV rides!)
Visitors were treated to comfy stays, good food, and even electric vehicle rides around Ayodhya.
Mayor Girish Pati Tripathi shared that many guests felt deeply connected to Lord Ram's legendary bond with forest dwellers—a theme woven into the celebration.
PM Modi hoists symbolic saffron flag
Prime Minister Modi raised a giant saffron flag on the temple's main spire during an auspicious time.
The flag—designed to handle strong winds—features symbols like the Sun and Om, representing Lord Ram's energy and courage.
The ceremony also landed on Vivah Panchami, which celebrates Ram and Sita's marriage.
What's next?
This event signals both spiritual and architectural completion for the temple. The temple was opened to devotees after a consecration ceremony.
The flag-hoisting marks the formal completion of the temple complex.