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Saints' resolve got fulfilled with consecration of Lord Ram in Ayodhya: Yogi

Varanasi, Apr 3 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday said that this generation is privileged to witness India's heritage revived with the consecration of Lord Ram in his temple in Ayodhya.
After performing the Bhoomi Pujan of the Shri Ram Janaki Temple at Kashmiri Ganj, the CM and Goraksha Peethadheeshwar Mahant Yogi Adityanath said, "The steadfast resolve of saints bore fruit on January 22, 2024, as Ram Lalla was ceremoniously enthroned at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi temple, realising a 500-year-old vision under Kashi MP and Prime Minister Narendra Modi."
Reflecting on the historic Shri Ram Janmabhoomi movement, he credited its rapid progress to the leadership of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), saints and Ashok Singhal. He recalled how, when sceptics dismissed the dream as impossible, Ashok Singhal, who was at the heart of the movement, firmly believed that nothing was beyond reach.
Yogi remembered his Gurudev, Dada Guru, Paramhans Ramchandra Das Ji Maharaj, Mahant Nritya Gopal Das Ji Maharaj, Satua Baba and other saints who were deeply involved in the campaign. He recalled asking them about the movement's success, to which they always responded with unwavering faith, saying, “We will succeed.”
He emphasised that their sole resolution was to construct the grand Ram temple, the foundation for national reconstruction, at any cost.
The CM highlighted the magnificence of the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, where the sacred confluence of Maa Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati witnessed an unprecedented gathering. "Over 66 crore devotees participated in this 45-day spiritual congregation, creating a spectacle that captivated the world. The sight was unimaginable and unforgettable, leaving even sceptics in awe," he said.
Referring to the social harmony displayed at the event, he said, "Those who once spoke of discrimination in Hindu society had their misconceptions shattered. At the Maha Kumbh, people from all backgrounds bathed together in the same confluence, without distinction of caste, religion, or sect. This is the true essence of Sanatan Dharma, reaffirmed once again by the Maha Kumbh."
Yogi credited the people of Kashi for shaping the nation’s spiritual resurgence. "The grandeur of the 'Rashtra Mandir' is a tribute to the people of Kashi, who chose a leader of great vision and sent him to Parliament. Today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is carrying out all this transformative work. Kashi has given the nation a leader fulfilling our ancestors' aspirations and shaping the grand vision of a united, resurgent India," he said.
Reflecting on the historical significance of the ancient Ram temple, he said, "While people marvel at achievements spanning 50 years, the legacy of this sacred site extends back 725 years. In 1398, Samvat, Jagadguru Ramanandacharya’s foremost disciple, Anantacharya Ji Maharaj, established the Ram temple here. Today, we are in Samvat 2082, a testament to its enduring history."
He emphasised that foreign invaders had repeatedly attempted to destroy the temple, proving its deep historical and spiritual significance. "History records that Jagadguru Anantacharya, his disciple Narharidas and his disciple Goswami Tulsidas spent five years of their childhood at this very place, studying the Vedas and Vedanta," he said.
Highlighting the temple's cultural and religious impact, he said, "Tulsidas' Ramcharitmanas and Sunderkand are recited in every Sanatan Dharma household during auspicious occasions. This sacred tradition was rooted here, with the ancient Shri Ram temple as its spiritual epicenter."
The CM acknowledged Swami Dr Ram Kamalacharya Vedanti Ji Maharaj as the 23rd generation of this sacred tradition, underscoring the importance of preserving such a profound heritage. "This effort is not just about tradition, it is a beacon of inspiration, light and guidance for every follower of Sanatan Dharma," he said.
Extending his greetings for Vasantik Navratri and Ram Navami, he urged devotees to take a solemn resolution. "On this Ram Navami, let us pledge to restore the ancient Shri Ram temple to its divine and grand form, ensuring it continues to shine with its glorious tradition. These traditions have enriched India's heritage immeasurably, and it is our moral duty to protect, preserve, and contribute to this sacred legacy that has nurtured generations," he said.
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