Who Was Ram Vilas Vedanti, the Stalwart of the Ram Janmabhoomi Movement?
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Key Takeaways
- Dr. Ram Vilas Das Vedanti was a key leader in the Ram Janmabhoomi movement.
- He served as an MP from Ayodhya and was a strong advocate for the Ram Temple construction.
- His calls for social change included renaming streets in Ayodhya.
- Vedanti was recognized for his dedication to Sanatan culture.
- His passing is viewed as a significant loss to the spiritual community.
Lucknow, Dec 15 (NationPress) Dr. Ram Vilas Das Vedanti, a key player in the Ram Janmabhoomi movement and former Member of Parliament from Ayodhya, has sadly passed away while receiving medical care in Rewa, Madhya Pradesh.
The Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Yogi Adityanath, expressed profound sorrow over the loss of Dr. Vedanti, who was also affiliated with the Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust.
“The demise of Dr. Ram Vilas Vedanti Ji Maharaj, a significant figure in the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi movement, former MP, and respected saint of the Vashishtha Ashram in Shri Ayodhya Dham, is a tremendous loss to both the spiritual community and the Sanatan culture. I pay my humble tributes to him,” CM Yogi stated in a post on X on Monday.
He further remarked, “His passing signifies the closure of a chapter. His life, dedicated to the service of religion, society, and the nation, will continue to motivate future generations. I pray to Lord Shri Ram to grant him eternal peace and provide his disciples and followers the strength to cope with this immense loss.”
Dr. Vedanti was recognized as one of the forefront advocates for the Ram Janmabhoomi movement. Throughout his term as the MP from Ayodhya, he persistently championed the construction of the Ram Temple, bringing attention to the issue both in Parliament and through public engagement.
Recently, he also advocated for the renaming of streets in Ayodhya that bear Muslim names, urging both the Central and Uttar Pradesh governments to take action.
Just a few months ago, in an interview with IANS, Dr. Vedanti praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 11-year governance and expressed optimism regarding his continued leadership. “We believe that Prime Minister Modi will serve our nation for another 11 years,” he shared, outlining his vision for the path ahead.
The passing of Dr. Ram Vilas Das Vedanti has evoked widespread mourning from religious leaders, political figures, and followers, who remember him for his unwavering dedication to the Ram Janmabhoomi movement and public service.