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

Devotees of Lord Ram can now experience the spiritual aura of the Ayodhya Ram Mandir from the comfort of their homes. National broadcaster Doordarshan has announced the daily live telecast of the morning prayers offered to the Ram Lalla idol.

The morning aarti is broadcasted live on DD National every day starting at 6:30 AM, as announced by Doordarshan on X. This initiative aims to connect countless devotees to Lord Ram, especially those unable to visit the temple in person after its grand inauguration two months ago. The aarti is also streamed simultaneously on DD's YouTube channel.

This decision was made possible due to the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust's approval. Initially, Doordarshan will broadcast the "Mangala aarti" for a few months, after which the Ram Temple Trust will decide on the future course of action. Currently, the Trust lacks the logistical infrastructure for a live broadcast, prompting DD to deploy a small crew to the temple grounds for daily ritual coverage.

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 the Mangala Aarti (4:00 AM), Shringar Aarti (6:15 AM), and Shayan Aarti (10:00 PM) requires an entry pass. No passes are needed for the other aartis.

Advisory for Temple Visitors

The Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust advises devotees to plan their visit accordingly:

• Darshan timings: 6:30 AM to 9:30 PM
• Estimated darshan time: 60 to 75 minutes

For convenience and security, devotees are requested to leave mobile phones, footwear, purses, and other personal belongings outside the temple premises. The trust also advises against bringing flowers, garlands, or Prasad to the temple.