Massive crowds, holy dips in Saryu, and vibrant celebrations mark Lord Ram’s birth anniversary at Ram Janmabhoomi
April 6, 2025: Ayodhya comes alive with devotion and celebration as thousands of devotees gather at the newly inaugurated Ram Temple to mark Ram Navami 2025, which falls on the final day of Chaitra Navratri, April 6. This significant occasion commemorates the birth of Lord Ram, with the holy city echoing with chants, prayers, and spiritual fervour.
The streets surrounding the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir buzzed with devotees early Sunday morning. A sea of worshippers queued to take the sacred dip in the Saryu River before making their way to the temple for darshan.
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Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh: On the occasion of Ram Navami, devotees gather at the banks of the Saryu River to take a holy dip pic.twitter.com/eERGfQXgfU
— IANS (@ians_india) April 6, 2025
Additional SP Madhuban Singh confirmed heightened security arrangements, saying:
“Massive crowds are arriving to offer prayers. Police personnel have been deployed and proper parking facilities have been arranged to manage the flow.”
The Ram Temple was decorated with vibrant floral displays and illuminated with dazzling lights, symbolising the divine presence of Lord Ram. The Hanumangarhi Temple also witnessed heavy footfall as devotees offered prayers to Lord Hanuman.
Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh: On the occasion of Ram Navami, large number of devotees gather at the banks of the Saryu River to take a holy dip pic.twitter.com/wO9NrkzRQN
— IANS (@ians_india) April 6, 2025
Mahant Raju Das, head priest of Hanuman Garhi, shared:
“Aarti was held at 3 am. Today marks the divine birth of Lord Ram. We offer prayers for the welfare of all.”
In the capital, Jhandewalan Temple and Shri Aadya Katyayani Shaktipith Mandir in Chhatarpur also saw morning aartis and spiritual ceremonies, reflecting nationwide celebrations.
VIDEO | Uttar Pradesh: Devotees throng Ram Temple in Ayodhya on the occasion of Ram Navami.#RamNavami
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) April 6, 2025
(Full video available on PTI Videos – https://t.co/n147TvqRQz) pic.twitter.com/Hwgt32fjyn
Key Timings on Ram Navami 2025 (April 6):
- Navami Tithi: April 5, 7:26 PM – April 6, 7:22 PM
- Brahma Muhurat: 4:34 AM – 5:20 AM
- Pratah Sandhya: 4:57 AM – 6:05 AM
- Abhijit Muhurat: 11:58 AM – 12:49 PM
As part of traditional customs, devotees also performed kanya pujan, offering gifts and prasad to young girls representing the nine forms of Goddess Durga.
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#WATCH | Uttar Pradesh | Ayodhya's Ram Janmabhoomi Temple decorated with flowers and lights on the occasion of Ram Navami. pic.twitter.com/USJOMCxFlm
— ANI (@ANI) April 5, 2025
Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended greetings on X (formerly Twitter), posting:
“Ram Navami greetings to everyone! May the blessings of Prabhu Shri Ram always remain upon us and guide us in all our endeavours. Looking forward to being in Rameswaram later today!”
Ram Navami 2025 has turned Ayodhya into a radiant centre of devotion, uniting millions in celebration and reaffirming faith in the ideals of truth, duty, and righteousness that Lord Ram embodies.
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