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Thanjavur-Style Ram Idol Delivered to Ayodhya Temple Complex

The temple trust says consecration is planned for December 29.

Overview

  • Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust officials confirm the idol has arrived from Karnataka and is set for placement at Angad Tila near the Sant Tulsidas Temple.
  • Trustee Anil Mishra cites a height of about 7 feet 10 inches and a weight near 4 quintals, though some reports describe roughly 10 feet and about five quintals.
  • The piece was crafted in the Thanjavur tradition by Bengaluru artist Jayashree Phaneesh over about nine months, requiring roughly 2,800 hours of work.
  • Coverage details extensive gold and precious-stone adornment using traditional techniques, with a reported ₹25–30 crore valuation that remains unverified.
  • A Bhumi Pujan has been conducted, and the trust outlines abhishek, shringar, bhog, and aarti as part of the installation rites.