Ayodhya Ram Mandir: Daily Live Broadcast of Morning Aarti Begins on DD National

Doordarshan will telecast live the Mangala, Shringaar, Rajbhog, Sandhya, and Shayan Aartis offered to the Ram Lalla idol at the Ayodhya Ram temple on DD National, connecting devotees who can't visit the temple.

Doordarshan, the national broadcaster, has announced that devotees can now experience the divine morning Aarti offered to the Ram Lalla idol at the Ayodhya Ram Temple live every day. This initiative aims to connect millions of Lord Ram devotees across the globe to the sacred rituals performed at the newly inaugurated temple.

The announcement was made via a post on X, formerly known as Twitter. DD National will broadcast the morning aarti live from 6:30 AM daily, allowing devotees to partake in the spiritual experience from the comfort of their homes.

The decision to telecast the morning aarti live stems from the overwhelming response to the temple's inauguration and the understanding that not everyone can visit the temple in person. The live broadcast will also be available on DD's YouTube channel, ensuring accessibility for a wider audience.

Currently, the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust lacks the infrastructure for a live broadcast. To bridge this gap, Doordarshan will deploy a small crew of two to three members to the temple premises to capture the daily rituals.

The live telecast, which has been approved by the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, will initially focus on the "Mangala aarti" for a period of few months. The Trust will then assess the situation and determine the next steps.

Aartis Schedule at Ayodhya Ram Temple:

The Ayodhya Ram Temple observes six aartis daily:

• Mangala Aarti: 4:30 AM
• Shringaar Aarti: 6:30 AM
• Rajbhog Aarti: 12:00 PM
• Utthapan Aarti: 2:00 PM
• Sandhya Aarti: 7:00 PM
• Shayan Aarti: 10:00 PM

The temple trust has issued guidelines for devotees attending the aartis. Entry for Mangala Aarti (4:00 AM), Shringar Aarti (6:15 AM), and Shayan Aarti (10:00 PM) requires an entry pass. However, no entry passes are needed for the other aartis.

Advisory for Devotees:

The Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust has also issued an advisory for devotees visiting the temple:

• Darshan timings are from 6:30 AM to 9:30 PM.
• The darshan process is simple and convenient, typically taking 60 to 75 minutes.
• Devotees are advised to leave mobile phones, footwear, purses, and other personal items outside the temple premises.
• Flowers, garlands, and Prasad are not allowed inside the temple.