Published 23:09 IST, December 18th 2023

Ram Mandir Timeline: Tracking the Progress from Construction to Completion

Explore the timeline of the Ram Mandir, from the construction's origins in 1528 to the upcoming grand inauguration on January 24, 2024.

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Ram Mandir, epitome of faith and patience is all set to inaugurated in January next year. inauguration date of Ram Mandir is 22 January, 2024, but before that let's take a look back at all important timelines which have played an important role in it.    

IN 1528-1859: 

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In 1528, Babri Masjid was built by Mir Baqi, commander of Mughal emperor, Babur. Some people say that Mughals demolished a Hindu shrine and constructed a Mosque in its place. This led to a political, historical, and socio-religious debate in India. After that, in 1853, re was first case of religious fighting near area. In 1859, British officials stepped in and put up a fence to separate places where people worship. inner court was for Muslims, and outer court was for Hindus. 

IN 1949-1999:

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In 1949, statues of Ram and Sita were put inside location, causing government to label it a 'disputed site.' In 1984, a committee was established to construct a temple, and Vishva Hindu Parish (VHP) initiated foundation for Ram temple in 1989. Numerous political garings and processions were organized as part of this initiative, including Ram Rath Yatra led by BJP leer LK vani. 

Demolition of Babri Masjid:

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In 1992, a significant number of Hindu organizations demolished Babri Masjid, triggering widespre riots across country. Subsequently, Liberhan Commission was established to investigate destruction of Babri Masjid. However, final report wasn't submitted until June 30, 2009, after 17 years, to Prime Minister Manmohan Singh. 

During 2010 to 2019:

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In 2010, a judgment was delivered on Ram Janmabhoomi-Babri Masjid land title case by a three-judge bench comprising Justice Sibhghat Ullah Khan, Justice Sudhir Agarwal, and Justice Dharam Veer Sharma. bench stated that land would be divided into three parts, one-third for Sunni Waqf Board, one-third for Nirmohi Akheda, and one-third for party for 'Ram Lalla' or infant Ram represented by VHP. 

SC delivered a landmark judgment in 2019. It stated that re would be Ram Mandir at disputed site and Muslim party would be given an alternate 5-acre plot to build a mosque. bench heed by erstwhile Chief Justice of India Ranjan Gogoi re out a unanimous judgment and granted entire 2.77-acre disputed land in Ayodhya to ‘Ram Lalla’. 

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Bhoomi Pujan In 2020: 

In August 2020, Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid foundation stone for construction of Ram temple and since n work to build temple has been going on in full swing. Uttar Presh Sunni Central Waqf Board formed a 15-member trust to look after construction of mosque. A trust, named ‘Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra’, is looking after construction of Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, which will cost around Rs 1,800 crore 

2021 - Foundation Stone Laying Ceremony: 

On August 5, 2020, Prime Minister Narendra Modi lays foundation stone for Ram Mandir, marking formal commencement of construction. event witnesses participation of various dignitaries and marks a pivotal moment in temple's journey. 

From 2021 till w:

On 24th of January 2024, grand inauguration of this state-of--art temple is scheduled for 24th of January 2024. This historic event will witness horable Prime Minister Narendra Modi, presiding over proceedings alongside ar distinguished delegate 

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