Ayodhya temple flag hoisting by PM Modi, RSS chief Bhagwat around noon

AYODHYA (UP): (Nov 25) The saffron flag hoisting ceremony at the Ram Temple here will take place around noon in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra general secretary Champat Rai said on Tuesday.

Rai said the flag to be hoisted is saffron in colour, 10 ft by 20 ft and triangular in shape, and bears the symbols of the 'Surya', 'Om' and the Kovidara tree.

"The colour represents fire and the rising sun - a symbol of sacrifice and dedication. Entire world will get an opportunity to witness it on their television and mobile screens," he told reporters.