Ram temple: Key quotes from PM Modi's speech in Ayodhya

PTC Web Desk: After the completion of the consecration ceremony for the newly built Ram temple, Ayodhya, Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared that Ram Lalla would no longer reside in a tent, but in a magnificent temple. Speaking at a rally following the Pran Pratishtha ceremony, PM Modi expressed regret for the delay in constructing the Ram temple and emphasised the significance of the day.

Here are some key quotes from his speech in Ayodhya

"After centuries of patience and sacrifices, our Ram Lalla has finally found a home."

"January 22, 2024, marks not just a date but the commencement of a new era, filling people with renewed energy."

"Some may suggest that the construction of the Ram Temple will ignite controversy. They should reconsider, as Ram is energy, not fire, and a solution, not a dispute."

"We must now lay the foundation for India for the next 1,000 years, pledging to build a capable, grand, divine nation from this moment."

"The construction of the Ram Temple reflects the maturity of Indian society, signifying not just triumph but also humility."

"Ram's existence was questioned, and I thank the Supreme Court for delivering justice and ensuring the temple's construction in accordance with the law."

"Ram Lalla will no longer reside in a tent but in the grand temple."

"I had the opportunity to travel from Sagar to Saryu, witnessing the festive spirit of Ram's name everywhere along the way."

"January 22, 2024, is not just a date on the calendar; it marks the beginning of a new time cycle."

"Today, I apologise to Lord Ram for any shortcomings in our love and penance that led to the delayed construction of the Ram Temple. I am confident that Lord Ram will forgive us, as that gap has been bridged today."

Notably, on August 5, 2020, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had laid the foundation stone for the Ram Temple, establishing the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust and paving the way for the construction of the temple.

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