Frequently Asked Questions

The temple is open daily from 5:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Morning Aarti is at 6:00 AM, Evening Aarti at 7:00 PM. On special festival days, timings may be extended. We recommend visiting during morning hours for a peaceful darshan experience.

Ayodhya is one of the seven most sacred cities (Sapta Puri) in Hinduism. It is revered as the birthplace of Lord Ram, the seventh avatar of Lord Vishnu. According to the Ramayana, Ayodhya was the capital of the Kosala kingdom ruled by King Dasharatha and later by Lord Ram. Visiting Ayodhya is considered highly auspicious for spiritual seekers.

Yes, absolutely! Lakshmi Siddhi Foundation is registered under Section 12A and 80G of the Income Tax Act. All donations made to our foundation are eligible for 50% tax deduction under Section 80G. You will receive a 80G certificate for every donation of ₹500 or more. For donations below ₹500, you will receive an official receipt.

We maintain complete transparency in fund utilization. Your donations support: (1) Daily temple operations and rituals (30%), (2) Annadanam (free food distribution) to devotees and needy (25%), (3) Educational programs for underprivileged children (20%), (4) Temple maintenance and development (15%), and (5) Community outreach and medical camps (10%). Detailed annual reports are published on our website.

Yes, you can sponsor various temple services including: (1) Daily Aarti sponsorship (₹1,101), (2) Annadanam for a day (₹5,001), (3) Rudrabhishek Puja (₹2,501), (4) Satyanarayan Katha (₹3,001), (5) Special festival sponsorships, and (6) Temple renovation contributions. Contact our donation desk for more details on sponsorship programs.

Volunteering at our foundation offers numerous benefits: (1) Spiritual growth through selfless service (Seva), (2) Opportunity to be part of Ayodhya's spiritual renaissance, (3) Free meals during service hours, (4) Certificate of appreciation after 100 hours of service, (5) Invitation to special volunteer appreciation events, (6) Learning about Hindu rituals and traditions, (7) Building meaningful connections with like-minded devotees, and (8) Inner satisfaction of serving humanity.

No, there is no fixed minimum time commitment. You can volunteer as per your availability - whether it's a few hours on weekends, daily seva during your free time, or during special festival seasons. We welcome both short-term volunteers (for specific events) and long-term dedicated sevaks. Every contribution, big or small, is valued and appreciated.

Yes, we conduct weekly programs: (1) Ramayana Path every Tuesday evening, (2) Bhagavad Gita study circle every Thursday, (3) Bhajan Sandhya every Saturday, (4) Sunday School for children teaching values and prayers, (5) Meditation sessions every morning at 6:00 AM, and (6) Monthly Satsang with spiritual discourses. All programs are free and open to all.

To book any puja or ritual, you can: (1) Visit the temple and speak with our pujari directly, (2) Call our office at [your phone number], (3) Fill out the puja booking form on our website, or (4) Email us with your request. We offer various pujas including Satyanarayan Katha, Rudrabhishek, Laghu Rudra, Mahamrityunjaya Jaap, Graha Shanti, and Pitru Dosha Nivaran pujas.

Yes, we have dedicated parking space for devotees. Please use the designated parking area to avoid congestion. For special festivals, additional parking arrangements are made with local authorities. We recommend using shared auto-rickshaws or e-rickshaws from the main Ayodhya city center to avoid parking hassles on very crowded days like Ram Navami.

We request all devotees to maintain the sanctity of the temple. Dress code: Traditional Indian attire preferred (kurta-pyjama, saree, salwar-kameez). Western clothes like shorts, mini-skirts, and sleeveless tops are not allowed. Inside the temple: (1) Remove footwear at designated areas, (2) Maintain silence, (3) Mobile phones should be switched off, (4) Photography of deities is not permitted, (5) Offerings should be placed only at designated spots.