Ram Mandir set to get 20 more priests ahead of idol installations

With the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya poised to witness a series of landmark religious events—including the installation of idols on its first floor and the consecration of 14 new shrines—the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust has initiated the recruitment of 20 additional priests to meet the growing ceremonial demands of the expanding temple complex.

- BP SINGH

AYODHYA: With the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya poised to witness a series of landmark religious events—including the installation of idols on its first floor and the consecration of 14 new shrines—the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust has initiated the recruitment of 20 additional priests to meet the growing ceremonial demands of the expanding temple complex.

At present, 14 priests—including four seniors and ten newly trained recruits—perform rituals for Lord Ram in shifts, rotating across the sanctum sanctorum, the temporary shrine, and the Kuber Tila. These duties are shared between two teams of seven to ensure continuous worship throughout the day.