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President Ayodhya temple: India’s President Droupadi Murmu visited the sacred town and birthplace of Lord Ram, Ayodhya, on Thursday. During her visit, she installed a 150-kilogram gold-plated ‘Shri Ram Yantra’ at the temple as part of elaborate spiritual ceremonies.
Prez Murmu accorded warm welcome by UP CM, Governor
As per an official statement shared by the President’s office on ‘X’ (formerly Twitter), she offered prayers at the temple and performed the aarti at the sanctum sanctorum. During her visit, UP Governor Anandiben Patel and Chief Minister (CM) Yogi Adityanath accorded her a warm welcome, and also attended the ceremony alongside her.
Spiritual leader Mata Amritanandamayi was also in attendance on the occasion, along with key officials and religious seers. Murmu prayed for the peace, prosperity and the well-being of the nation.
Take a look at the official tweet below:
Governor of Uttar Pradesh Smt Anandiben Patel, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Deputy Chief Ministers Shri Keshav Prasad Maurya and Shri Brajesh Pathak received President Droupadi Murmu on her arrival at Ayodhya. pic.twitter.com/cFFnj9EKQM
— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) March 19, 2026
President Ayodhya temple: Significance of Shri Ram Yantra
Temple trust member Anil Mishra told the media that the Shri Ram Yantra is rooted in Vedic mathematics and is believed to radiate positive spiritual energy. The square plate weighing around 150 kilograms features Vedic and ‘Beej’ mantras engraved on it, symbolising the divine presence of Lord Ram. Notably, the Yatra has been modelled on a similar structure from the Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham and was crafted under the guidance of Swami Vijayendra Saraswati. It was ceremonially brought to Ayodhya from the Tirupati Devasthanam nearly two years ago, and since has been worshipped daily. The installation of the Yantra comes amid festivities of Hindu New Year and Chaitra Navratri.
Security measures heightened amid Prez’s visit
In view of President Murmu’s visit, authorities heightened security measures across Ayodhya. Senior Superintendent of Police, Gaurav Grover said that close to 7 thousand police personnel were deployed across the city, especially across the temple premises and other sensitive areas.
