1. The foundation stone of the New Ram Mandir was laid on 5 August 2020. The ceremony was attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other dignitaries.

2. The temple is being built on the site of the Babri Masjid, which was demolished in 1992. The demolition triggered widespread riots across India.

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3. The temple is being built using traditional Indian architectural techniques. The stone used for the construction is being sourced from Rajasthan and Karnataka.

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4. The temple will have five domes, the largest of which will be 160 feet (49 meters) high. The domes will be covered in gold leaf.

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5. The temple will have three sanctums: one for Rama, one for Sita, and one for Lakshmana. The sanctums will be made of black marble

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6. The temple complex will also include a museum, a library, and a dharamshala (pilgrims' rest house).

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7. The construction of the temple is expected to be completed by 2025.

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8. The New Ram Mandir is being built at a cost of over Rs 1,000 crore (US$130 million). The funds for the construction are being raised through donations from Hindu devotees.

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9. The New Ram Mandir is seen by many Hindus as a symbol of their faith and culture. It is expected to be a major pilgrimage destination once it is completed.

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10. The construction of the New Ram Mandir is a controversial issue. Some Muslims believe that the temple is being built on the site of a mosque and that it is a symbol of Hindu supremacy.

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