Ayodhya: Nripendra Mishra, head of the Ram Temple Construction Committee, revealed that around 45 kilograms of pure gold, valued at approximately ₹50 crore (excluding taxes), have been utilized in the Ram Mandir’s construction. This gold embellishes key elements such as the grand doors on the ground floor and the revered throne of Lord Ram. Work involving gold is still underway at the Sheshavatar Temple within the complex.
While the primary structure of the temple is now complete, auxiliary facilities including the auditorium, museum, and guesthouse remain under construction. These are scheduled for completion by December 2025.
Following the recent consecration of the Ram Darbar, Mishra said that controlled public access will be introduced soon. For the time being, only a select number of devotees will be permitted entry to the sanctum, with access granted through complimentary passes. A detailed plan regarding visitor regulation will be finalized at the upcoming trust meeting.
The sanctum sanctorum has already started attracting crowds. However, Trust General Secretary Champat Rai urged devotees to remain patient as the newly consecrated Ram Darbar is not yet open to the public. Given the structure’s height—standing 20 feet tall—and requiring a climb of about 40 steps, access is limited.
Rai noted that a lift is being installed to aid elderly devotees, but construction will take some time. He added that widespread public visits will likely be possible after the monsoon season. The final stage—hoisting the flag on the temple’s shikhara—is expected around October or November.
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