New Delhi, Jan 11 (NationPress) Prime Minister Narendra Modi conveyed his best wishes to the nation on Saturday as he marked the first anniversary of the Pran Pratishtha ceremony at the Ayodhya temple, stating that the Ram Mandir is a significant heritage of India’s culture and spirituality, constructed through centuries of penance and struggle.
In a post on the social media platform X, PM Modi expressed, "Warm greetings to all citizens on the first anniversary of Ram Lalla’s Pran Pratishtha in Ayodhya. This temple, erected through countless sacrifices, penance, and struggles, is a great heritage of our culture and spirituality. I strongly believe that this divine and splendid Ram Mandir will act as a major source of inspiration for the realization of a developed India."
The Prime Minister also shared a video on X showcasing highlights from the Pran Pratishtha ceremony that took place in 2024, coupled with a powerful message that emphasizes the temple's importance.
“This is not merely a date on the calendar; it signifies the dawn of a new era. After centuries of anticipation, sacrifices, and devotion, the Ram Mandir emerges as a symbol of India’s vision, philosophy, and trajectory,” PM Modi stated in a video post.
"For centuries, we have repeated the vow ‘Sarve Bhavantu Sukhinah (May all be happy),’ and today, that commitment has manifested in the form of the Ram Mandir. This temple is not just a site of worship; it embodies India’s ideals and collective consciousness," he added.
PM Modi articulated that the grand temple represents the nation’s spirit through Lord Ram. "It will witness and inspire India’s progress and the realization of a developed Bharat. It serves as a reminder that when a goal is rooted in truth and backed by collective effort, no aspiration is unattainable," he remarked.
Furthermore, PM Modi emphasized that the temple symbolizes a nation that has liberated itself from a colonial mindset, has learned from every chapter of history, and is now forging a new legacy.
A series of cultural and religious festivities have been organized by the Ram Temple Trust in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, to commemorate the first anniversary of the consecration of the Ram Lalla idol at the temple.
