From Squirrels to Saints: PM Modi's Diverse Palette of Ramayana References
500 Years In The Making!
The roots of the Ram Temple movement trace back to 1528 when Mir Baqi, a Mughal commander, built the Babri Masjid. The belief in its construction over a Hindu temple laid the foundation for a 500-year debate and tensions between communities.
The Pran Pratishtha!
On January 22, 2024, Prime Minister Modi led the consecration ceremony of Ram Lallas idol in the newly-built Ayodhya temple after all these years.
Shabri
The PM compared Shabris conviction in the nations potential to that of every Indian. We experience an unfathomable sense of faith when we consider our tribal mother Shabri. Mother Shabri was adamant that Ram would arrive. An able and grand India will be built on this confidence in every Indian.
Nishad King Guh
The Prime Minister stated, This feeling of friendship between every Indian will form the foundation of a great India, referring to the friendship between Lord Ram and the Nishad King. This is the growth of consciousness from Ram to Rashtra and from dev to desh, he declared.
The Squirrel
The PM stated that there is no room for hopelessness in the nation today, citing this story. Those who are thinking, I am very ordinary, need to consider the squirrels input. It will dispel these doubts and educate us that all of our efforts, no matter how modest, are powerful in and of themselves. He stated that everyones contributions will lay the groundwork for a magnificent India.
Jatayu
Ravan, the king of Lanka, was incredibly strong and knowledgeable. However, observe Jatayus commitment. He engaged Ravan in combat. Even though he knew Ravan would be too strong for him, he still challenged him. This pinnacle of responsibility will serve as the cornerstone of an able and magnificent India. He remarked, Let us commit to dedicating every moment of our lives to nation-building.