KKN Gurugram Desk | In a historic decision taken by the Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, the Ram Mandir complex in Ayodhya will now serve not only as a spiritual and religious center but also as a living memorial to the heroes of the Ram Janmbhoomi movement. Several prominent structures within the Ram Temple premises—including auditoriums, rest houses, and pilgrimage service centers—will be named after individuals who played key roles in the temple movement.

The decision was finalized during the Trust’s March 7, 2025 meeting, and aims to offer permanent homage to those who laid the foundation—literally and symbolically—for the grand Ram Temple now nearing completion.

Where Devotion Meets History: A Living Tribute to Legacy

The Shri Ram Temple in Ayodhya is more than just a place of worship; it is a symbol of faith, struggle, sacrifice, and victory. According to Trust officials and temple leaders, the naming of newly constructed buildings will ensure that the legacy of the Ram Mandir movement leaders remains etched in memory for future generations.

One trustee stated:

“This decision will not only honor the icons of the movement but also inspire generations to come with stories of perseverance, belief, and courage.”

Structures Named After Key Figures of the Temple Movement

 Ashok Singhal Auditorium

A 500-seat auditorium under construction on the southern side of the Ram Mandir complex will be named after Ashok Singhal, the late Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) strategist and one of the chief architects of the temple movement.
Singhal is remembered for igniting mass awareness and mobilizing support during the formative years of the Ram Mandir agitation. The auditorium is expected to be completed by April 2026.

 Abhiram Das Gateway

One of the entrances to the Pilgrim Facilitation Center will bear the name of Baba Abhiram Das, a crucial figure in the Ram Janmbhoomi movement. He is credited with placing the idol of Ram Lalla inside the then-disputed structure on the night of December 22–23, 1949—a turning point in the long struggle.
The Trust recognized his spiritual conviction and historical role in the movement.

 Mahant Avaidyanath Pilgrim Center

Another vital building on the Ram Lalla Darshan Path, the main pilgrimage route within the complex, will be named after Mahant Avaidyanath, a prominent saint and key supporter of the Ram Mandir cause.
Notably, Avaidyanath was also the guru of current Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, adding political and spiritual resonance to the tribute.

 Ramchandra Das Paramhans Service Center

A major pilgrim service center on the temple pathway will be named after Ramchandra Das Paramhans, the first president of the Ram Janmbhoomi Nyas, a trust formed to oversee temple construction in earlier years.
Paramhans is revered for leading the first symbolic foundation-laying (Shilanyas) of the Ram Temple on November 9, 1989.

Main Entry Gates to Be Named After Jagadgurus

In addition to honoring movement leaders, the Trust has also decided that the four main gates of the Ram Mandir will be named after prominent Jagadgurus (spiritual masters). This decision, already passed in an earlier meeting, reflects the temple’s commitment to maintaining its spiritual identity while acknowledging its historical and cultural roots.

A Temple of Faith and a Museum of Struggle

Mahant Ramsharan Das, a senior saint and advisor to the Trust, commented on the symbolic depth of the decision:

“This initiative not only honors the stalwarts of the Ram Mandir movement but will also serve as a source of inspiration for future pilgrims and citizens. These buildings will now tell the untold stories of sacrifice, belief, and perseverance.”

He emphasized that Ram Mandir is no longer just a destination for worship; it now stands as a living narrative of India‘s socio-religious movement, rooted in democratic activism, public faith, and spiritual devotion.

Ram Temple: A Beacon of Social Harmony

Mahant Nritya Gopal Das, the president of the Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, also echoed similar sentiments. During his recent visit to the temple on the occasion of Jyestha Purnima, he stated:

“The Shri Ram Temple has become a symbol of social unity and national integration. The dream of millions of devotees is being fulfilled, and the temple is uniting the entire nation in a spiritual and cultural bond.”

Though Mahant Nritya Gopal Das was unable to attend the June 5 consecration ceremony, he offered prayers at the Sapta Mandapam and Parikrama temples, reaffirming his blessings and support.

Preserving Legacy for Future Generations

The Trust’s move to name buildings after iconic leaders of the movement represents a larger vision: to institutionalize memory and respect. The Ram Temple will not only be a place of devotion but also a center of cultural consciousness, connecting past sacrifices to the present and future.

Visitors will now be reminded that every corner of the temple complex echoes with the voices of those who stood for faith, identity, and national pride.

The Ram Mandir in Ayodhya is no longer just a monument of faith; it is becoming a monument of memory, courage, and cultural revival. With its grand structures being named after stalwarts like Ashok Singhal, Abhiram Das, Mahant Avaidyanath, and Ramchandra Das Paramhans, the temple is not only fulfilling a centuries-old religious aspiration but also immortalizing the heroes who made it possible.

As the construction progresses and the inauguration phase nears completion, the temple complex is being shaped not just in stone but also in spirit, with every pillar carrying the weight of history and every gate opening into stories of faith.