With flowers and special lights, Ayodhya gears up for Ram Mandir inauguration

Special floral designs have been made in preparation for the grand 'pran pratishtha' ceremony. (Express photo by Vishal Srivastava)

The decorative special lights used are themed on the religious diya, so as to accentuate the traditional look and the elements of the Ram temple. (Express photo by Vishal Srivastava)

In order to manage the significant influx of devotees and guests, security arrangements have been ramped up in Ayodhya. (Express photo by Vishal Srivastava)