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Ayodhya: A generous gesture from a Surat-based diamond trader saw the donation of a diamond-studded crown valued at Rs 11 crore to the Ram Lalla at the newly-constructed Ayodhya Ram Temple. Mukesh Patel, the head of Green Lab Diamond Company, presented the 6-kilogram crown adorned with gold, diamonds, and precious gemstones during the ‘Pran Pratishtha’ ceremony. The intricate design, featuring strands of pearls and meticulously crafted measurements, reflects the commitment to honoring the deity. The benevolent contribution adds to the ornate collection for the consecrated Ram Lalla.
Crafted with meticulous precision, the crown was personally handed over by Mukesh Patel and his family during their visit to Ayodhya. The industrialist presented the crown to the chief priest of the Ram Mandir and trustees of Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Tirth Kshetra Trust. The diamond trader’s philanthropic act, along with additional ornaments, reflects the widespread support and reverence for the Ayodhya Ram Temple.
Dinesh Navdia, national treasurer of the Vishwa Hindu Parishad, highlighted the symbolic significance of each piece of jewellery adorning the Ram Lalla idol. The inclusion of silver toys, such as a rattle, elephant, horse, camel, toy cart, and a spinning top, reflects the deity’s age of five. The donation, including meticulously crafted ornaments, stands as a testament to the commitment to uphold the cultural and spiritual heritage associated with Lord Ram.
The ornaments for the consecrated Ram Lalla idol have been meticulously prepared based on extensive research and study of sacred texts such as the Adhyatma Ramayana, Valmiki Ramayana, Ramcharitmanas, and the Alavandar Stotram. Ankur Anand’s Lucknow-based Harsahaimal Shiamlal Jewellers crafted the ornaments, while Delhi-based textile designer Manish Tripathi designed the traditional Banarasi fabric garments.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the ‘Pran Pratishtha’ ceremony at the historic Ayodhya Ram Temple on January 22. The ritual marked the infusion of divine energy into the idol of Ram Lalla, and the subsequent unveiling of the idol symbolized a significant moment in the construction of the temple. The event was attended by dignitaries, priests, and devotees, showcasing the cultural and religious importance of Ayodhya.
