On Tuesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in a Dussehra celebration event taking place in Dwarka, New Delhi. During his speech, Modi said the next Ram Navami will be celebrated in the new magnificent Ram Temple currently under construction in Ayodhya.
“We are fortunate today to witness the construction of the grandest temple dedicated to Lord Rama. By the upcoming Ramnavami in Ayodhya, every note resonating within Ramlala’s temple will bring joy to the entire world. It’s just a matter of a few months before Lord Ram takes His abode in the magnificent Ram temple,” PM Modi said.
PM Modi also conveyed his heartfelt wishes to all fellow Indians as they celebrate the festival of Dussehra and mark the conclusion of Navratri, culminating in the festival of triumph, Vijayadashami. Vijayadashami represents the conquest of justice over injustice, humility over ego, and patience over anger.
Speaking about the scientific as well as spiritual progress made by India, PM Modi said, “We possess the wisdom of the Gita and the achievements of building INS Vikrant and Tejas. We understand the reverence for Shri Ram and how to safeguard our borders. We embrace the spirit of Shakti Puja and uphold the mantra of “Sarve Santu Niramaya” even during the challenges posed by the Coronavirus.”
The Prime Minister also cited India’s successful Moon mission, Chandrayaan 3, stating that Vijayadashmi marked 2 months since India conquered the earth’s only natural satellite after successfully landing its Vikram Lander on the lunar surface and its rover travelling about on the moon.
Referring to the tradition of ‘Shastra Puja’ on the occasion of Dussehra, PM Modi said, “There is also a tradition of worshipping weapons on Vijayadashami. On Indian soil, weapons are worshipped not to dominate any land, but to protect it.”
“Vijayadashami shouldn’t solely commemorate Ram’s triumph over Ravana; it should also symbolize the triumph of patriotism over all of our nation’s ills. Let us pledge to eradicate social ills and discrimination from our society,” PM Modi said to a deafening roar at the Dwarka event.
PM Modi also emphasised that the symbolic burning of Ravan is not just the burning of an effigy, it also represents the elimination of all ailments undermining the harmony within our society. “Let this act symbolise the eradication of forces that seek to divide Mother India through casteism and regionalism. It should also signify the elimination of self-serving ideologies that do not align with the progress and development of India,” he added.
Talking about forging a society based on the ideals of Lord Rama, PM Modi said, “We must strive to build a nation based on the principles of Lord Ram – an India that is self-reliant and developed. This developed India should serve as a beacon of global peace, ensuring that everyone has equal opportunities to pursue their dreams and experience prosperity and contentment. (OP India)
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