Renowned sculptor Arun Yogiraj from Mysuru has crafted the 51-inch Rama Lalla idol for Ayodhya Ram temple, a pivotal step in the temple's construction. Selected by the Ramajanma Bhoomi Trust, the idol, made from a unique Krishna stone, exhibits exceptional craftsmanship and spiritual significance. Champat Rai, the Trust's general secretary, highlighted the idol's portrayal of a 5-year-old Bala Rama with lotus petal eyes and a captivating smile. Arun Yogiraj expressed gratitude for the opportunity, underscoring the dedication and hard work behind this career-defining project, with the installation ceremony scheduled for January 22.
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00:00 In a monumental development, the eagerly awaited installation of the Ram Lalla idol at the
00:11 Ayodhya Ram Temple is poised to become a reality, signifying a pivotal milestone in the construction
00:17 of the Ram Mandir.
00:18 The esteemed sculptor Arun Yogiraj from Mysuru has played a pivotal role in the creation
00:23 of this significant idol currently in the process of installation in Ayodhya.
00:28 The Ram Mandir Trust has officially declared the selection of the Ram Lalla idol with the
00:33 installation ceremony scheduled for January 22.
00:36 The Ram Janmabhoomi Trust finalised the selection on Monday through a voting process for the
00:41 creation of the Ram Lalla idol.
00:43 A distinctive Krishna stone from Mysuru district was chosen.
00:47 A team of skilled artists led by Arun Yogiraj meticulously sculpted the idol, culminating
00:53 in its selection for the prestigious installation.
00:57 Standing at an impressive height of 51 inches, the Ram Lalla idol, along with its pedestal,
01:02 measures a total of 8 feet in height and 3 feet in width.
01:06 The selection process took into account not only the craftsmanship, but also the overall
01:11 spiritual influence conveyed by the statue.
01:14 Champat Rai, the General Secretary of the Sri Ram Janmabhoomi Teertha Kshetra Trust,
01:19 emphasised the significance of the idol's selecting, stating, "The selected idol is
01:25 a wonderfully crafted representation of Lord Ram in the form of a five-year-old Balram."
01:31 During the selection process, three sculptors participated in the competition, hailing from
01:35 Rajasthan, Bangalore and Mysuru.
01:38 Arun Yogiraj, along with KL Bhatt from Bangalore, crafted an idol with a dark complexion and
01:44 Arun Yogiraj's creation stood out at 51 inches.
01:48 The chosen idol captivates with its distinctive features, including eyes resembling lotus
01:54 petals, a radiant face akin to the moon, and long arms distinctly portraying the son of
02:00 King Dasarath and an avatar of Lord Vishnu.
02:04 Expressing gratitude after the selection, sculptor Arun Yogiraj conveyed his feelings
02:08 of fortune at having the opportunity to carve the stone idol of Ram Lalla.
02:13 He shared insights into the dedication and hard work involved in the sculpting process,
02:17 underlining the significance of this achievement in his career.
02:21 The installation ceremony on January 22 is anticipated to be a momentous occasion, marking
02:27 the culmination of meticulous craftsmanship and spiritual reverence.
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