Ram Mandir Bhumi Pujan: Union Ministers commemorate 'historic' ceremony, laud PM Modi

Fulfilling three-decade-long Ram Janmabhoomi movement, PM Narendra Modi performed Bhumi Pujan ceremony at Lord Ram's birthplace in Ayodhya, placing a metallic plaque at base of temple site. ceremony was done in presence of 135 saints, UP CM Yogi Adityanath, UP Goverr Anandiben Patel, RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, and or eminent dignitaries.

Here's how Union Ministers commemorate 'historic' event:

Unable to attend Bhumi Pujan due to pandemic, Union Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari held prayers at his residence in Nagpur, Maharashtra with his family. "re is a feeling of pride, reverence, and thrill all toger," he said on Twitter.

"Every Indian cherished dream of having a grand Ram Temple in Ayodhya for generations. Today by performing Bhumi Pujan, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has fostered national resolve that is associated with rich cultural tradition of India," Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Twitter.

Taking to Twitter, Home Minister Amit Shah said that construction of  Ram temple in Ayodhya has been a symbol of faith of Hindus around world for centuries. Shah furr said that ideals and thoughts of Lord Shri Ram reside in soul of India.

" construction of this grand Ram temple reflects strong and decisive leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. My heartiest congratulations to all Indians on this unforgettable day. Modi government will always be committed to protecting and preserving Indian culture and its values," he added.

Law Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad, who played a part as a lawyer in Ram Janam Bhoomi movement, tweeted a photo of original document of Constitution which has a sketch illustrating Ramayana story of Lord Ram, Sita, and Laxman returning to Ayodhya after defeating Ravan.

Railway Minister Piyush Goyal said, "Lord Shri Ram is an integral part of our culture, his life is an ideal for us. With construction of Shri Ram temple, holy city of Ayodhya will emerge as a cultural center in world with its full splendor and will ensure ecomic development with spirituality."

Minister has promised a complete makeover with modern facilities of Ayodhya Railway Station and state-run transporter has earmarked Rs 104.77 crore for it.

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman made a rangoli/kolam with rice powder at her temple inside her residence.

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Ram Mandir Bhumi Pujan

 Prime Minister arrived in an IAF chopper in Ayodhya and was received by UP CM Yogi Adityanath early Wednesday. He n visited Hanuman Garhi and prayed in temple. He was also houred with headgear, a silver crown, and a stole with name of Lord Ram printed by head priest. He also planted a Parijat (Indian night jasmine) sapling. 

Soon after PM Modi went to Ram Janmabhoomi site and began Bhumi Pujan along with RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, UP CM Adityanath, Goverr Anandiben Patel, Ram temple Trust chief Nritya Gopal Das and or saints. He n laid foundation stone of temple. On st, PM Modi unveiled a plaque and released a commemorative postal stamp after UP CM, RSS chief, and Ram temple Trust chief addressed attendees.

(PTI Photo)

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