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Ayodhya Ram Temple Wins Global Safety Excellence Award

The Ram temple project in Ayodhya has achieved a significant milestone by being awarded the ‘Sword of Honour’ from the British Safety Council. This accolade underscores the exceptional safety measures implemented during the temple’s construction. The announcement was made by Nripendra Misra, chairman of the Construction Committee of Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust. The award is a testament to the meticulous planning, execution, and adherence to global safety standards, making it a model for construction projects worldwide.

Sword of Honour Award

  • The ‘Sword of Honour’ is one of the most prestigious awards in safety management.
  • It is conferred by the British Safety Council after an exhaustive audit of processes and practices.
  • Eligibility requires achieving a five-star assessment, followed by a rigorous on-site activity assessment.

Golden Trophy by National Safety Council

  • Earlier, M/s Larsen & Toubro (L&T), the firm responsible for the temple’s construction, received the ‘Golden Trophy’ from the National Safety Council for implementing outstanding safety measures.

Construction Progress

  • The first and second floors, including the “Shikhar” (top) of the temple, are in the final phase of construction.
  • The project is on track for completion by June 2025.

Statue Carvings

  • Marble statues of Shri Ram Darbar and various sages, including Maharishi Valmiki, Ahilya Devi, Nishad Raaj, Sabri, Muni Vashishth, Agatsya Muni, Rishi Vishwamitra, and Goswami Tulsi Das, will be completed by January 2025.

Architectural and Structural Details

  • The temple is being constructed entirely with Bansi Paharpur stone from Rajasthan, amounting to approximately 15 lakh cubic feet.
  • The construction includes significant marble cladding for aesthetic and structural stability.
  • Notable contributors include artist Vasudev Kamath, architects Shri Sompura and Shri Jay Kaktikar, and institutions such as the Central Building Research Institute (CBRI) and M/s TCE.

Significance of the Award

  • The award reinforces the importance of safety management in large-scale construction projects.
  • It highlights the meticulous attention to detail and adherence to international standards by the construction team.
Summary/Static Details
Why in the news? Ayodhya Ram Temple Wins Global Safety Excellence Award
Award Name Sword of Honour
Awarded By British Safety Council
Significance Recognizes exceptional safety management and adherence to global safety standards
Eligibility Criteria Achieving a five-star safety assessment and passing an on-site activity evaluation
Additional Recognition Golden Trophy by National Safety Council awarded to M/s Larsen & Toubro (L&T)
Construction Progress First and second floors, including “Shikhar,” in final phase; completion expected by June 2025
Statue Details Marble statues of Shri Ram Darbar and notable sages to be completed by January 2025
Materials Used Bansi Paharpur stone from Rajasthan (15 lakh cubic feet) with significant marble cladding
Key Contributors Artist Vasudev Kamath, architects Shri Sompura and Shri Jay Kaktikar, and institutions like CBRI & TCE
Completion Timeline Project expected to be fully completed by June 2025
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