{"id":67828,"date":"2026-04-29T18:07:48","date_gmt":"2026-04-29T12:37:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/matribhumisamachar.com\/en\/?p=67828"},"modified":"2026-04-29T18:07:48","modified_gmt":"2026-04-29T12:37:48","slug":"ayodhya-ram-mandir-update-new-alternate-sanctum-now-open-for-general-devotees","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/new.matribhumisamachar.com\/en\/2026\/04\/29\/ayodhya-ram-mandir-update-new-alternate-sanctum-now-open-for-general-devotees\/","title":{"rendered":"Ayodhya Ram Mandir Update: New &#8220;Alternate Sanctum&#8221; Now Open for General Devotees"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"model-response-message-contentr_1876e548f0f1b22c\" class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel enable-updated-hr-color\" dir=\"ltr\" aria-live=\"polite\" aria-busy=\"false\">\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-path-to-node=\"3\"><strong>Lucknow. Wednesday, 29 April 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-path-to-node=\"3\">The spiritual landscape of <b data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"27\">Ayodhya<\/b> has reached a new milestone. The <b data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"68\">Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust<\/b> has introduced a revised darshan circuit that allows devotees to connect with the modern history of the temple. The highlight of this update is the opening of the <b data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"273\">Alternate Sanctum (Garbhagriha)<\/b>\u2014the exact site where Ram Lalla resided for nearly four years during the temple&#8217;s construction.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-path-to-node=\"4\">\ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f The Transformation of the Temporary Shrine<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-path-to-node=\"5\">On <b data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"3\">March 25, 2020<\/b>, Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath moved the deity of Ram Lalla to a temporary wooden structure. Following the grand consecration on <b data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"150\">January 22, 2024<\/b>, this site has been renovated into a permanent, magnificent alternate sanctum. An <b data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"249\">Akhand Jyoti<\/b> (eternal flame) now burns here, marking the area\u2019s historical and spiritual significance.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-path-to-node=\"6\">\ud83d\udee4\ufe0f New Extended Darshan Route<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-path-to-node=\"7\">To manage the increasing footfall of 2026, the Trust has integrated several sub-temples into the exit path for general devotees.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-path-to-node=\"8\"><b data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Sites included in the new route:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-path-to-node=\"9\">\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">The Main Temple:<\/b> The primary darshan of the consecrated Ram Lalla idol.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p id=\"p-rc_9b1896437bf61c60-20\" data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"><span class=\"citation-17\">Saptarishi Temple:<\/span><\/b><span class=\"citation-17 citation-end-17\"> Dedicated to the seven celestial sages.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p id=\"p-rc_9b1896437bf61c60-21\" data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"><span class=\"citation-16\">Sheshavatar Temple:<\/span><\/b><span class=\"citation-16 citation-end-16\"> A shrine honoring Lord Lakshman.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">The Alternate Sanctum:<\/b> Located conveniently on the path toward Kuber Tila.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p id=\"p-rc_9b1896437bf61c60-22\" data-path-to-node=\"9,4,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"9,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"><span class=\"citation-15\">Kuber Tila:<\/span><\/b><span class=\"citation-15 citation-end-15\"> Featuring the ancient Shiva temple and the Jatayu statue.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-path-to-node=\"10\">\ud83d\udec2 Access and Security: What You Need to Know<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-path-to-node=\"11\">The access to these new sites is currently structured based on the type of pass you hold:<\/p>\n<table data-path-to-node=\"12\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Pass Type<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Access to Alternate Sanctum<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Status<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><span data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">General Pass<\/b><\/span><\/td>\n<td><span data-path-to-node=\"12,1,1,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"12,1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Yes<\/b> \u2705<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span data-path-to-node=\"12,1,2,0\">Included in the standard exit route.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Sugam\/VIP Pass<\/b><\/span><\/td>\n<td><span data-path-to-node=\"12,2,1,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"12,2,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">No<\/b> \u274c<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span data-path-to-node=\"12,2,2,0\">These use separate entry\/exit gates that bypass the perimeters.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-path-to-node=\"13\"><b data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Important Rule Changes for 2026:<\/b><\/p>\n<ol style=\"text-align: justify;\" start=\"1\" data-path-to-node=\"14\">\n<li>\n<p id=\"p-rc_9b1896437bf61c60-23\" data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"><span class=\"citation-14\">Mobile Phone Ban:<\/span><\/b><span class=\"citation-14 citation-end-14\"> Strict prohibition on carrying mobile phones inside the complex; lockers are provided at entry.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Pass Limits:<\/b> A single mobile number can now book a maximum of <b data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"62\">5 passes<\/b> (reduced from 8) to ensure transparency.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p id=\"p-rc_9b1896437bf61c60-24\" data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Dress Code:<\/b><span class=\"citation-13 citation-end-13\"> Traditional Indian attire (Dhoti-Kurta for men, Saree\/Suits for women) is strongly encouraged to maintain the sanctity of the temple.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-path-to-node=\"16\">\ud83d\udd0dClarification<\/h3>\n<p id=\"p-rc_9b1896437bf61c60-25\" style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-path-to-node=\"17\"><span class=\"citation-12\">While some unofficial sources may mention a fee for VIP entries, the <\/span><b data-path-to-node=\"17\" data-index-in-node=\"69\"><span class=\"citation-12\">Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust<\/span><\/b><span class=\"citation-12\"> has recently <\/span><b data-path-to-node=\"17\" data-index-in-node=\"124\"><span class=\"citation-12\">removed the &#8220;Special Darshan&#8221; (VIP)<\/span><\/b><span class=\"citation-12 citation-end-12\"> option from the official portal to promote equality.<\/span> <b data-path-to-node=\"17\" data-index-in-node=\"213\"><span class=\"citation-11 citation-end-11\">General and Sugam darshans remain free of cost.<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<div class=\"source-inline-chip-container ng-star-inserted\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<h3 data-path-to-node=\"18\">\ud83d\udd17 Relevant Resources<\/h3>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"19\">For the most accurate and timely updates on Ayodhya&#8217;s spiritual news, explore these sections on <b data-path-to-node=\"19\" data-index-in-node=\"96\">Matribhumi Samachar<\/b>:<\/p>\n<ul data-path-to-node=\"20\">\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"20,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"20,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">National News &amp; Spiritual Updates:<\/b> <a class=\"ng-star-inserted\" href=\"https:\/\/new.matribhumisamachar.com\/en\/category\/national\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-hveid=\"0\" data-ved=\"0CAAQ_4QMahgKEwiV5o7VgpOUAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQ0wE\">new.matribhumisamachar.com\/en\/category\/national\/<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"20,1,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"20,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Uttar Pradesh State News:<\/b> <a class=\"ng-star-inserted\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=https:\/\/matribhumisamachar.com\/en\/category\/states\/uttar-pradesh\/&amp;authuser=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-hveid=\"0\" data-ved=\"0CAAQ_4QMahgKEwiV5o7VgpOUAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQ1AE\">new.matribhumisamachar.com\/en\/category\/states\/uttar-pradesh\/<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"20,2,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"20,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Latest Ayodhya 2026 Archives:<\/b> <a class=\"ng-star-inserted\" href=\"https:\/\/new.matribhumisamachar.com\/en\/tag\/ayodhya-ram-mandir-2026\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-hveid=\"0\" data-ved=\"0CAAQ_4QMahgKEwiV5o7VgpOUAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQ1QE\">new.matribhumisamachar.com\/en\/tag\/ayodhya-ram-mandir-2026\/<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Lucknow. Wednesday, 29 April 2026 The spiritual landscape of Ayodhya has reached a new milestone. The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust has introduced a revised darshan circuit that allows devotees to connect with the modern history of the temple. The highlight of this update is the opening of the Alternate Sanctum (Garbhagriha)\u2014the exact site [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":12,"featured_media":67829,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[52893],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-67828","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-regional"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/new.matribhumisamachar.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/67828","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/new.matribhumisamachar.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/new.matribhumisamachar.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/new.matribhumisamachar.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/12"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/new.matribhumisamachar.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=67828"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/new.matribhumisamachar.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/67828\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/new.matribhumisamachar.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/67829"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/new.matribhumisamachar.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=67828"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/new.matribhumisamachar.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=67828"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/new.matribhumisamachar.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=67828"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}