The idol of Ram Lalla was unveiled on Monday at Shri Ram Janmaboomi Temple in Ayodhya in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
PM Modi led rituals at the Pran Pratishtha ceremony in the sanctum sanctorum of the grand temple.
The ceremony is being held in an atmosphere of a deep sense of devotion.
Indian Air Force (IAF) choppers showered flower petals over Shri Ram Janmaboomi Temple premises in Ayodhya as the idol of Ram Lalla was unveiled.
Devotees and guests chanted ‘Jai Sri Ram’ as the ceremony was held.
RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat, Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel and state Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath are present at the ceremony.
Over 8,000 guests have been invited for the ceremony at the grand temple.
The historic Pran Pratishtha ceremony is being attended by representatives of all major spiritual and religious sects of the country. People from all walks of life including representatives of various tribal communities will also attend the ceremony. Prime Minister will address this distinguished gathering on the occasion.