44-feet bronze flag pole installed at Ram Mandir; Ayodhya echoes with ‘Jai Shri Ram’ chants

In a historic spiritual moment, a 44-feet high bronze flag pole was ceremoniously installed at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir in Ayodhya on Tuesday, marking a significant addition to the grand temple's sanctum. Crafted in Gujarat over three months, the flag pole weighs five and a half tons and now stands tall atop the 161-feet high temple peak.

The installation coincided with Vaishakh Shukla Dwitiya of the Hindu calendar, falling on April 29, 2025. The ritual began at 6:30 am with Vedic chants and traditional worship performed by temple priests and saints. By 8:00 am, the flag pole was successfully mounted on the temple’s main shikhar (peak), greeted by thunderous chants of "Jai Shri Ram" echoing across Ayodhya.

This flag pole is not merely an architectural addition but a spiritual emblem reflecting the eternal ideals of Lord Ram. Temple officials described it as a symbol of dharma, cultural pride, and unwavering devotion. The design and material — bronze, known for its longevity — signify strength, endurance, and timelessness.

Champat Rai, the General Secretary of Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, shared images of the flag pole installation, calling it a "scripturally guided spiritual milestone." He emphasized that the process followed all prescribed religious methods under the supervision of revered gurus, thereby adding to the temple’s divine presence.

The event witnessed the presence of saints, temple officials, and hundreds of devotees who filled the temple premises with devotional bhajans and mantras. Many described the atmosphere as electric and deeply moving, saying they felt connected to the historical and divine legacy of Lord Ram.

As the flag pole now waves over Ram Janmabhoomi, it stands as a reminder of the struggle, sacrifice, and sanctity that led to the construction of the temple after centuries. It is expected to become a lasting spiritual landmark and a guiding beacon for Ram devotees across the world.