PM Modi's Inspiring Address at Ram Temple Flag Ceremony: Uniting India Through Shared Values

PM Modi called upon citizens to visit the Sapt Mandapam when they come to the Ram Temple.

New Delhi:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation on Tuesday during the grand flag hoisting ceremony at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh. This significant ceremony marks the completion of the temple's main construction.

Key statements from PM Modi during the ceremony:

Every devotee of Lord Ram is experiencing profound satisfaction, immense gratitude, and divine joy as centuries-old wounds begin to heal.

The Dharma Dhwaja is not merely a flag. It represents the revival of Indian civilization. Its saffron color, the Suryavansh emblem, the 'Om' symbol, and the Kovidara tree all embody the glory of Ram Rajya. This flag symbolizes resolution, achievement, and the journey from struggle to creation. It physically represents centuries of perseverance and will proclaim Lord Ram's values for thousands of years to come.

Lord Ram does not discriminate, and we are advancing with that same inclusive spirit. By 2047, when we celebrate 100 years of India's Independence, we must ensure India has developed fully.

I encourage every citizen visiting the Ram Temple to experience the Sapt Mandapam. These pavilions reinforce the values of faith, friendship, duty, and social harmony. Our Lord Ram unites through emotion rather than division; he values devotion over lineage.

Recently, I mentioned that our goal for the next decade is to liberate India from colonial mentality. Unfortunately, Macaulay's vision had far-reaching effects. While we achieved political independence, we failed to overcome our sense of inferiority. We developed the belief that foreign concepts were superior while our own traditions were inferior. Some claim our Constitution drew inspiration from foreign sources, but the truth remains that India is democracy's birthplace. Democracy is integral to our DNA.