East Champaran: Preparations are in full swing at the under-construction Virat Ramayana Temple in Kaithwalia, Bihar, where the world’s largest Shiva Lingam is set to be installed later this month. The massive structure, which stands 33 feet tall and weighs around 210 tons, will be placed on its pedestal on 17 January. To carry out this complex task, two heavy cranes are being brought in from Bhopal, including a special crane with a lifting capacity of 750 tons.
Officials said the cranes are expected to reach the temple site by 13 January. The installation is being seen as a major religious and logistical event, attracting widespread attention from devotees and local authorities alike. The sheer size and weight of the Shiva Lingam mean that every step of the process is being carefully planned to avoid any risk during the operation.
To review the arrangements, District Magistrate Saurabh Jorwal and Superintendent of Police Swarn Prabhat visited the temple complex. They inspected the site and assessed preparations related to safety, security and crowd management. The focus was on ensuring that the installation process runs smoothly and that devotees visiting the site can do so safely.
The ceremony will also feature a special ritual performed from the air. According to the temple administration, water will be offered to the Shiva Lingam and flowers will be showered by helicopter, adding a grand and symbolic touch to the event. Temple secretary Lalan Singh briefed officials on the programme, including the timing of the rituals, arrangements for VIPs, parking facilities and traffic control.
Given the expected large turnout, authorities have directed that additional police personnel be deployed at the site. Sub-Divisional Police Officer Santosh Kumar Singh, Block Development Officer Chandra Gupta Baitha and Station House Officer Vineet Kumar were present during the inspection. As the installation date approaches, the temple site is witnessing growing activity, with thousands of devotees expected to gather to witness what is being described as a historic moment of faith and devotion.
