Rajasthan Sculptor's White Marble Version Of Ram Lalla Idol That Lost: Here's A Look
While the black stone idol of Ram Lalla, crafted by Mysuru sculptor Arun Yogiraj, has found its place in the sanctum sanctorum of the Ayodhya temple, two additional idols, including a white marble creation by Rajasthan's Satyanarayan Pandey, will be installed elsewhere in the temple.
The white marble ram lalla idol
The white marble idol, currently with the trust, depicts Ram Lalla holding a golden bow and arrow, surrounded by smaller sculptures portraying various incarnations of Lord Vishnu. The idol shows remarkable craftsmanship as jewellery and clothes adorning the deity are chiselled out of marble. Crafted with meticulous detail, the idol adheres to the dimensions set by the trust overseeing the temple's construction.
The 51-inch black granite idol in the temple's sanctum sanctorum has been carved from a 2.5 billion-year-old rock, known for its durability and resistance to climatic variations.
HS Venkatesh, from the National Institute of Rock Mechanics, emphasised the rock's longevity, stating it would endure for thousands of years in Ayodhya's subtropical climate with minimal maintenance. This rock, sourced from Karnataka, was excavated in Gujjegowdanapura, Mysuru, and was initially brought to the trust's attention by a local contractor during land leveling.
Sculptor Yogiraj, present at Ayodhya for the 'pran pratistha' ceremony, expressed his joy, calling it the best day of his life. "I have always felt that Lord Ram has been shielding me and my family from all the bad times, and I strongly believe that it was Him who chose me for the auspicious task. I spent sleepless nights working on the idol with precision, but it was all worth it. I feel I am the luckiest person on Earth and today is the best day of my life," he told PTI.
Idol will be placed elsewhere in the temple
Two other sculptors, including Satyanarayan Pandey and Ganesh Bhatt from Karnataka, contributed creations considered for the temple's sanctum sanctorum. While Pandey's white marble idol didn't make it to the main chamber, it will find a place elsewhere in the temple.
Large sections of the temple, including the first floor that will house idols of Raja Ram, Sita, Laxman, and Hanuman, are yet to be constructed.The decision to include diverse sculptures showcases the craftsmanship and artistry contributed by different regions and artists in creating a symbolic representation of Lord Ram's divine presence.
Further, the selection process highlights the meticulous attention paid to quality, durability, and adherence to traditional dimensions.
As the temple continues its construction, the diverse contributions of sculptors from various regions become an integral part of the grand narrative surrounding the consecration of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, reflecting a harmonious blend of artistic expression and spiritual significance.
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