Ayodhya celebrating the Ram Mandir’s 1st anniversary on January 11 instead of January 22. Here's why

Ayodhya is witnessing a surge of devotees as the city celebrates the first anniversary of the Pran Pratishtha ceremony of the Ram Temple. Although the historic consecration ceremony took place on 22 January 2024, the first anniversary is being celebrated on 11 January 2025.

Why January 11?

The temple trust clarified that Hindu festivals and rituals are traditionally observed based on the Hindu calendar. The Pran Pratishtha ceremony was performed on Paush Shukla Paksha Dwadashi, also known as Kurma Dwadashi. In 2025, this date falls on 11 January, prompting the decision to celebrate the anniversary on this day.



Sharing the decision on X, the trust stated, “after consultation with saints, it was resolved that, in keeping with the tradition of observing Hindu festivals and celebrations according to the Hindu calendar (Panchang), the anniversary of the Pran Pratishtha of Prabhu Shri Ramlalla Sarkar will be celebrated annually on Paush Shukla Dwadashi, also known as Kurma Dwadashi, as per the Panchang. This date will be referred to as Pratishtha Dwadashi. In 2025, it will fall on 11 January.”


The trust added, “The first anniversary of the Prana Pratishtha of Shri Ram Lalla Vigraha at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir in Ayodhya will be celebrated on January 11, 2025. This occasion will be known as ‘Pratishtha Dwadashi,’ and shall feature the following programs.”

Event highlights

The day will include a range of religious rituals and cultural programs across various locations in the temple complex:
1. Yajna Mandap (Temple Premises):

• Agnihotra with mantras from Shukla Yajurveda (8-11 AM and 2-5 PM).
• 6 lakh recitations of the Shri Ram Mantra.
• Recitations of Ram Raksha Stotra and Hanuman Chalisa.

2. Ground Floor of the Temple:

• Raga Seva (3-5 PM).
• Badhai Gaan (6-9 PM).

3. First Floor of Yatri Suvidha Kendra:

• Musical recitation of the Ramcharitmanas.

4. Angad Teela:

• Ram Katha (2-3:30 PM).
• Discourses on the Ramcharitmanas (3:30-5 PM).
• Cultural programs (5:30-7:30 PM).
• Distribution of Shri Ram’s Prasad (from morning onwards).