In an unprecedented spiritual development in Ayodhya, Mahant Premdas Maharaj, the incumbent head of the revered Hanumangarhi temple, will step outside the traditional boundaries of Hanumangarhi to visit Lord Ramlala at the Ram Janmabhoomi complex.
This marks a significant break from a centuries-old tradition that restricted the Mahant from venturing beyond the 52 bighas of Hanumangarhi.
On April 30 at 7 am, Mahant Premdas will embark on this historic journey, accompanied by thousands of saints and devotees.
“This is a moment of transformation,” said Panch Sanjay Das of Sagariya Patti.
“For centuries, the sitting Mahant of Hanumangarhi remained within the temple premises, symbolising self-restraint and devotion. Today, under divine inspiration, we are witnessing history being made.”
As part of the ceremonial journey, Mahant Premdas will first proceed to the banks of the holy Saryu river via the VIP route from Hanumangarhi. After taking a royal ceremonial bath, he will continue towards the court of Ramlala.
A grand procession is planned, with showers of flowers at 40 designated points along the route, and even helicopters dropping petals from the sky.
The procession will feature elephants, horses, camels, and thousands of devotees in attendance, creating a spectacle reminiscent of Ayodhya’s ancient glory.
Carrying the sacred flag and stick of Hanumangarhi, Mahant Premdas will be joined by Mahants and Panchs from all four Pattis of Hanumangarhi — Sagariya Patti, Ujjainiya Patti, Basantiya Patti, and Haridwari Patti.
“This is not just a visit; it is the beginning of a new chapter in Ayodhya’s spiritual history,” emphasised Sanjay Das. “The decision was taken collectively by the All India Shri Panch Ramanandiya Nirvani Akhara Hanumangarhi after months of deliberation and prayer.”
According to temple sources, for the past three months, Mahant Premdas had been exeriencing spiritual visions and inspirations from Lord Hanuman himself, urging him to seek the darshan of Ramlala.
“Hanuman Ji has been inspiring the Mahant continuously,” said a senior priest. “This journey is not a departure from tradition, but a fulfillment of divine will.”
Religious scholars have welcomed the decision as a transformative event.
“The relationship between Hanuman and Lord Rama is eternal,” said Acharya Rajendra Shastri, a noted religious commentator.
“By stepping out to meet Ramlala, the Mahant is symbolically reiterating Hanuman’s eternal devotion to Ram. This is an unprecedented step that will further enrich the spiritual culture of Ayodhya.”
In a powerful gesture of devotion, 56 varieties of bhog will be offered to Lord Ramlala by the Hanumangarhi temple during the darshan, symbolising an offering of love, unity and spiritual bonding between two of Ayodhya’s holiest sites.
Religious scholars have hailed this move as groundbreaking. “This is an unprecedented step. It signals the evolving spirit of Ayodhya where tradition meets a new spiritual awakening,” said Acharya Rajendra Shastri, a leading religious commentator from Varanasi.
“Hanumangarhi and Ram Janmabhoomi represent two great pillars of Ayodhya’s heritage, and this act strengthens the bond between them.”
The procession is expected to draw thousands of pilgrims and onlookers, making April 30 a landmark day in the religious and cultural tapestry of Ramnagari.