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Ayodhya Ram Mandir Inauguration: These States Have Declared A Public Holiday On January 22

As Ayodhya gears up for the consecration ceremony at the Ram Temple on January 22, several states have declared a 'dry day' and a public holiday. Here's a list of the states.
Anuj Tiwari Updated on Jan 22, 2024, 01:40 IST

Ayodhya Ram Mandir Inauguration: After an anticipated period of nearly 500 years, the historic inauguration of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya took place on January 22, 2024. The government has changed amped the beauty of Ayodhya to ensure a grand celebration of this momentous event.?

As stated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the entire nation will celebrate Diwali on the day of the Ram Mandir inauguration to create a festive atmosphere.

On January 19, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced that?Indian stock markets (NSE and BSE) would be closed on January 22, following the?public holiday declared by the Government of Maharashtra.

As Ayodhya gears up for the consecration ceremony at the Ram Temple on January 22, several states have declared a 'dry day' and a public holiday. Here's a list of those states.

Ayodhya Ram Mandir Inauguration: These States Declares Public Holiday On January 22 So Far

Public Holiday on January 22 in these states

  • Uttar Pradesh

On January 22, educational institutions in Uttar Pradesh will remain closed during the Ram Temple ¡®Pran Pratishtha¡¯ ceremony, as directed by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. Additionally, liquor shops will be closed throughout the state on that day.

  • Madhya Pradesh

In Madhya Pradesh, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has declared January 22 as a school holiday, encouraging people to celebrate the day like a festival. Yadav has also announced a dry day in the state on January 22, issuing orders to keep all types of shops, including liquor and Bhang outlets, closed.

  • Goa

The Goa government has also declared a holiday for government employees and schools on January 22, in light of the ¡®Pran Pratishtha¡¯ ceremony at the Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya, according to a Live Mint report. Chief Minister Pramod Sawant stated during a press conference after the cabinet meeting that there will be a public holiday only for government servants along with schools.

  • Chhattisgarh

The Chhattisgarh government has declared January 22 as a holiday for all state government schools and colleges to celebrate the consecration ceremony of the new idol at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai announced via social media.

  • Haryana

The Haryana government has also announced the closure of schools on January 22 given the Ram Temple Inauguration. Additionally, the consumption of liquor will not be permitted anywhere in the state on the day of the consecration ceremony.

  • Uttarakhand

Liquor shops and bars will remain closed in Uttarakhand on January 22 on the occasion of the consecration ceremony at the Ram temple in Ayodhya.

  • Maharashtra

The Maharashtra government has declared a public holiday on January 22, aligning with the consecration ceremony of Ayodhya¡¯s Ram Temple.

  • Half Day Announced in Rajasthan and Odisha Schools

Due to the celebration of the 'Pran Pratistha' of Ram Lalla in Ayodhya, the governments of Odisha and Rajasthan have announced that state government offices, as well as revenue and magisterial courts, will remain closed for half a day until 2:30 pm on January 22.

Ayodhya Ram Mandir Inauguration: These States Declares Public Holiday On January 22 So Far

List Of States To Observe 'Dry Day' On January 22

Several states in India have declared dry days on January 22 in reverence to the inauguration of the Ram Mandir:

  • Uttarakhand

Known for its deep spiritual significance, Uttarakhand encourages people to abstain from drinking on January 22 as a way of showing profound respect for the significant religious event.

  • Assam

Assam, under the leadership of Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sharma, has announced a dry day on January 22 to honor the inauguration moment of the Ram Mandir.

  • Rajasthan

The state of Rajasthan aims to promote public order and demonstrates its respect for the significant religious event by declaring a dry day on January 22.

  • Uttar Pradesh

Uttar Pradesh, too, chooses to exhibit strong reverence to Lord Rama by declaring a dry day on January 22 in conjunction with the Ram Mandir inauguration.

  • Chhattisgarh

Chhattisgarh joins the list as well, with the decision to halt the sale of alcohol on January 22, aligning with the much-awaited inauguration ceremony of the Ram Mandir in India.

  • Madhya Pradesh

All liquor outlets in Madhya Pradesh will remain closed on January 22. The Haryana government has declared a 'dry day' and announced the closure of all liquor establishments in the state.

  • Haryana

In anticipation of the inauguration of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar announced on Monday that January 22 will be observed as a dry day. Haryana thus becomes the seventh state to prohibit the sale of liquor on the day of the Pran Pratishtha (consecration) ceremony at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya.

The central government declared a half-day closure

The central government has announced a half-day closure for all central government offices, central institutions, and central industrial establishments throughout the country on Monday, January 22.

Share Market holiday on Jan 22

The stock market will be closed on Monday. According to a circular from the National Stock Exchange, the currency derivative segment will remain closed on January 22. The Indian stock market will have a full trading session on Saturday, January 20.

Money markets closed on January 22

Money markets will be closed on January 22, as announced by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Friday. No transactions and settlements will take place in government securities (both primary and secondary markets), foreign exchange, money markets, and rupee interest rate derivatives on that day, as per the RBI's latest circular.

Reliance Industries has declared a holiday

In anticipation of the 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony at the Ayodhya Ram Temple, Reliance Industries has announced a nationwide holiday for all its offices on January 22, as reported by ANI.


Ayodhya Ram Mandir Inauguration: These States Declares Public Holiday On January 22 So Far

Ayodhya Ram Mandir Inauguration FAQs

When was Ram Mandir's inauguration?

The inauguration of Shri Ram Janmbhoomi is slated for January 22, 2024, and the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra is currently accepting online and offline bookings for 'Aarti' passes in anticipation of the official opening of the temple. As per the reports, the commencement of the inaugural ceremony is scheduled to begin on January 16, 2024.

Where is Ram Janmabhoomi?

Ram Janmabhoomi is located in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, India. It's believed to be the exact birthplace of Rama, a revered deity in Hinduism, as mentioned in the epic Ramayana. The site lies on the banks of the Sarayu River, making it a significant pilgrimage destination for many Hindus.

Which is the nearest railway station for Ram Mandir Ayodhya?

Ayodhya Junction railway station, officially named Ayodhya Dham Junction railway station, is a railway station in the city of Ayodhya in the state of Uttar Pradesh, India.

What is the distance from Delhi to the Ayodhya Ram Mandir?

The Delhi-Ayodhya distance is 680 km via road travel. It will take you 9h 54m to reach Ayodhya on a road trip.

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Anuj Tiwari

Anuj Tiwari writes stories for SEO and is a Youtube wizard. An engineer turned social media champ, he keeps a track of all that goes around the world. His interest areas include historic events, political and social-sciences.

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