The 51-inch idol, carved out of black stone by Mysuru-based artist Arun Yogiraj, was dressed in a yellow dhoti with a golden crown, necklaces, holding a golden bow and arrow.
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Lotus flower at idol's feet
During the consecration ceremony, PM Modi offered a lotus flower at Ram Lalla idol's feet.
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PM Modi led rituals
The new Ram Lalla idol was consecrated at the newly constructed temple in Ayodhya amid grand celebrations in the town, with Prime Minister Modi leading the rituals.
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Idol was unveiled
The Ram Lalla idol was unveiled during the 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
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PM Modi was accompanied by RSS chief
After performing the puja, PM Modi was seen applying kajal to Ram Lalla. RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat accompanied him.
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Who else was there?
Apart from RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, UP CM Yogi Adityanath, and Governor Ananadiben Patel offered prayers to the newly unveiled idol.