Pakistan condemns consecration of ‘Ram Temple’ on Babri Mosque’s site in Ayodhya

Pakistan on Monday condemned the consecration of a Ram Temple in Ayodhya and urged the international community to take note of the increasing incidents of Islamophobia, hate speech and hate crimes in India.Pakistan's foreign office said in a statement that the consecration ceremony is “indicative of India's growing majoritarianism”.“The United Nations and other relevant international organizations should play their part in saving the Islamic heritage sites in India from extremist groups and ensuring the protection of the religious and cultural rights of the minorities in India,” the Foreign Office Spokesperson said in a press statement.“Developments of the last 31 years, leading to today’s consecration ceremony, are indicative of growing majoritarianism in India. These constitute an important facet of the ongoing efforts for social, economic and political marginalization of the Indian Muslims,” the spokesperson said.The idol of Ram Lalla was unveiled at the temple in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The Prime Minister led the rituals at the Pran Pratishtha ceremony on Monday.The childhood form of Lord Ram (the idol of Shri Ramlalla) has been placed in the main sanctum sanctorum on the ground floor of the temple.PM Modi performed 'parikrama' of the deity and did 'dandvat pranam'.He also took blessings from 'sadhus'. RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat, Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel and state Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath were present at the ceremony. Indian Air Force (IAF) choppers showered flower petals over Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple premises in Ayodhya as the idol of Ram Lalla was unveiled.Over 8,000 guests have been invited to the ceremony at the grand temple.The historic Pran Pratishtha ceremony was attended by representatives of all major spiritual and religious sects of the country.People from all walks of life including representatives of various tribal communities also attended the ceremony. Prime Minister will interact with 'shramjeevis' associated with the construction of Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Mandir.He will also visit the Kuber Tila, where the ancient Mandir of Bhagwan Shiv has been restored later in the day. The magnificent Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Mandir has been constructed in traditional Nagara style. Its length (east-west) is 380 feet; width 250 feet and height is 161 feet; and is supported by a total of 392 pillars and 44 doors.The pillars and walls of the temple showcase intricately sculpted depictions of Hindu deities, gods, and goddesses.With inputs from agencies.