In a significant development for the construction of the grand Ram temple in Ayodhya, the renowned sculptor Arun Yogiraj from Karnataka has been honored with the selection of his idol for installation in the temple. Arun Yogiraj, belonging to a lineage of five generations of distinguished sculptors in Mysore, has received praise for his craftsmanship, and his idol of ‘Ram Lalla’ will be part of the Prana Pratishtapana ceremony in Ayodhya.
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi announced the finalization of the idol selection in a social media post, stating, “The idol of Lord Rama, carved by the renowned sculptor of our country, Yogiraj Arun, will be installed in Ayodhya.” Former Karnataka Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa also congratulated Arun Yogiraj, expressing pride in the selection of Lord Ram’s idol for installation in the Ram Mandir.
Arun Yogiraj’s Journey into Sculpting
Arun Yogiraj, currently one of the most sought-after sculptors in the country, began his journey into the world of sculpting at a young age. Influenced by his father, Yogiraj, and grandfather, Basavanna Shilpi, who enjoyed the patron
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