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Celebrating faith: Indian Cricket family hails Ram Mandir ‘Pran Pratishtha’ ceremony in Ayodhya
The Indian cricket fraternity resonated with joy and reverence as Bhagwan Ram, the revered deity, returned to his birthplace in Ayodhya after a hiatus of more than 500 years. The auspicious occasion was marked by the Pran Pratishtha ceremony on January 22, 2024, where Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi performed the pooja at the newly constructed Ram Mandir.
The Pran Pratishtha, or consecration ceremony, held immense significance as it marked the establishment of the idol of Ram Lalla, the childhood form of Lord Ram, on the temple premises. This momentous event followed the Supreme Court’s verdict in favour of the Ram Lalla Trust, acknowledging the presence of a temple on the disputed land before the Babri Mosque was demolished.
The historical context dates back to the 1560s when Mughal emperor Babar constructed a mosque at the site where an ancient Ram Mandir stood. The mosque, known as the Babri Mosque, faced demolition in 1992, leading to the discovery by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) of pillars and statues belonging to a temple beneath its structure. After years of legal battles, the construction of the Ram Mandir at the same spot was initiated.
Indian cricketers visit Ayodhya for the Pran Pratishtha Ceremony
The Pran Pratishtha ceremony drew the presence of distinguished cricketers who received invitations to participate in this historic event. Icons such as Sachin Tendulkar, MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli, Anil Kumble, Venkatesh Prasad, and Mithali Raj were among the esteemed attendees, reflecting the unity of the cricketing world in celebrating this spiritual milestone.
The presence and reactions of the Indian cricketing legends at the Ram Mandir’s Pran Pratishtha ceremony not only underscored their devotion but also highlighted the convergence of spiritual and cultural significance, uniting the nation in a moment of collective celebration and reverence for the divine.
In addition to their physical presence, several members of the Indian cricket fraternity expressed their joy and reverence on the social media platform X. The cricketers, through their posts, shared their sentiments and prayers for the consecration of the Ram Lalla idol, contributing to the outpouring of positive energy and celebration within the cricketing community.
Here is how Indian cricketers react, Pran Pratishtha:
Tears of joy and hearts brimming with devotion and joy.
Siyavar Ramchandra ji ki Jai 🙏🏼
Jai Shree Ram 🙏🏼#AyodhaRamMandir pic.twitter.com/PpwoXygnve— VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) January 22, 2024
What a wonderful moment in time for all of us Indians. One that makes me feel so proud of our culture and roots. My heartfelt wishes to all the devotees on the consecration ceremony of the Shri Ram Mandir in Ayodhya today. Jai Shri Ram 🙏🏾 pic.twitter.com/sn804IxtBT
— Robin Aiyuda Uthappa (@robbieuthappa) January 22, 2024
राम सिया राम…सिया राम जय जय राम 🙏🏽
— Aakash Chopra (@cricketaakash) January 22, 2024
Immersed in the divine ambiance of Ayodhya. Being a part of this glorious ceremony is joy to behold. A day to remember for the ages! #RamMandirPranPrathistha pic.twitter.com/9BYw2UzRUp
— Mithali Raj (@M_Raj03) January 22, 2024
On this sacred occasion of Shri Ram Mandir's consecration in Ayodhya, may Lord Ram's blessings be upon us all 🙏 pic.twitter.com/hWUf9sFnIx
— Cheteshwar Pujara (@cheteshwar1) January 22, 2024
सब को राम जी की प्राण प्रतिष्ठा के पावन अवसर पर ढेर सारी शुभकामनाएँ।
🙏🏻 जय श्री राम 🙏🏻 pic.twitter.com/8UEnWVd8VN
— Yuzvendra Chahal (@yuzi_chahal) January 22, 2024
Pure Bliss and Blessed to be part of this divine occasion 🙏🏽 #RamMandirAyodhya #JaiShriRamJi pic.twitter.com/sbJ8gyjzYk
— Anil Kumble (@anilkumble1074) January 22, 2024
Say it , Sing it , Roar it
Jai Shree Ram 🙏🏼 pic.twitter.com/jY75bVyQT2— Venkatesh Prasad (@venkateshprasad) January 22, 2024
🚩 *अभिनन्दन है अयोध्या नन्दन* 🚩🙏🏻 *वंदन है कौशल्या नन्दन* *"जय राम श्री राम जय जय राम"*
*"श्री रामलला प्राण प्रतिष्ठा"* की हार्दिक बधाई और *"प्रभु श्रीराम"* की असीम अनुकम्पा सभी पर बनी रहें।#AyodhaRamMandir #JaiShreeRam pic.twitter.com/nm5M4hb3c8— Suresh Raina🇮🇳 (@ImRaina) January 22, 2024
भावुक हूँ आनंदित हूँ
मर्यादित हूँ शरणागत हूँ
सन्तुष्ट हहूँ नि:शब्द हूँ
बस राममय हूँ ।सियावर रामचंद्र जी की जय ।
राम लल्ला आ गए । सभी जिन्होंने इसको सम्भव किया , बलिदान दिया , उनका क्र्त्ग्य ।
जय श्री राम । pic.twitter.com/ndNTqrpWmK— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) January 22, 2024
Today is a historic day as our param pujya Prabhu Shri Ram Lala is coming to his birth place. 22 January, 2024 will always be etched in history of India as a glorious moment & a turning point of awakening.
I pray to Lord Ram to bless the humanity with peace, progress and… pic.twitter.com/xHPtgTkgA5
— Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) January 22, 2024
A historic day and moment of pride and joy for all involved🙏❤️
Jai Shree Ram 🚩— Ishan Kishan (@ishankishan51) January 22, 2024
यह दृश्य देखना एक अद्भुत और गौरवपूर्ण क्षण है!
जय श्री राम 🙏♥️ #AyodhaRamMandir pic.twitter.com/W4D57iLcuW— Kuldeep yadav (@imkuldeep18) January 22, 2024
भारतवर्ष के रोम रोम में हैं श्री राम! pic.twitter.com/QJhAjtYdiz
— Gautam Gambhir (@GautamGambhir) January 22, 2024
बोलो सियावर रामचन्द्र की जय!
जय श्री राम! 🚩
— Umesh Yaadav (@y_umesh) January 22, 2024
A Stunning monument. Historic day. RAM RAM 🙏 #AyodhaRamMandir pic.twitter.com/rf1Yz3VzHC
— Ravi Shastri (@RaviShastriOfc) January 22, 2024
The essence of the #RamMandirPranPrathistha ceremony in Ayodhya is reaching far and wide. Overflowing with love, joy, and devotion, it marks a historic moment that will echo through time.
May Lord Ram bless us with happiness and prosperity.— DK (@DineshKarthik) January 22, 2024