Ram Mandir Dispute Timeline
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December 22, 1949
Idol Placement - Lord Rama's idols mysteriously appear inside the Babri Masjid, leading to communal tensions.
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1984
Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) Launches Campaign - VHP initiates a movement for the construction of the Ram Mandir.
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1989
Shilanyas - Foundation stone laying ceremony for the Ram Mandir is performed.
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1992
Babri Masjid Demolition - The disputed structure of the Babri Masjid is demolished by a mob.
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2003
Archaeological Survey - The Archaeological Survey of India submits a report supporting the presence of a temple beneath the Babri Masjid.
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September 30, 2010
Allahabad High Court Verdict - The Allahabad High Court rules to divide the disputed land into three parts, including one for the construction of the Ram Mandir.
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November 9, 2019
Supreme Court Verdict - The Supreme Court of India delivers a historic judgment in favor of the construction of the Ram Mandir at the disputed site.
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August 5, 2020
Bhoomi Pujan - The Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, lays the foundation stone for the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya.
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2023 (Expected)
Completion - The construction of the Ram Mandir is expected to be completed.