Narendra Modi Addresses Nation After Pran Pratishtha Ceremony: 'I Apologise To Lord Shri Ram'

Prime Minister, Narendra Modi created history with the consecration ceremony of Ram Mandir in his birthplace, Ayodhya, after many decades.

By Ekta Chanana Last Updated: Jan 22, 2024 | 17:50:54 IST

It is a historical moment as the entire nation is bathing in saffron and hailing 'Jai Shree Ram', all thanks to the efforts of many Ram bhakts, including Prime Minister, Narendra Modi. With nearly 400 pillars, 44 doors and a mesmerising idol of Lord Ram, the country witnessed the homecoming of their God after 500 years on January 22, 2024. Several religious figures, politicians and Bollywood celebrities marked their presence and awaited the mukh darshan of Ram Lalla. 

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Narendra Modi addressed the nation after the Pran Pratishtha ceremony 

Narendra Modi dreamt of this day for many years and he had pledged that he would return to Ayodhya after he will built the temple of Lord Ram. After the Pran Pratishtha ceremony, PM Modi expressed his thought and apologised to Lord Shri Ram for not being able to fulfil the work of his temple for so many centuries. He added that he believes Lord Ram has forgive us all. He was quoted as saying:

"Today, I also apologise to Lord Shri Ram. There must be something lacking in our effort, sacrifice and penance that we could not do this work for so many centuries. Today the work has been completed. I believe that Lord Shri Ram will definitely forgive us today."

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In his speech, PM Modi highlighted the complicated past of the temple, and how the future looks bright from now on. He shared that Ram has been the prestige and glory of India. Narendra Modi further expressed how honouring Ram, the effect lasts thousands of years. He said:

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"Ram is the faith of India, Ram is the foundation of India. Ram is the idea of India, Ram is the law of India... Ram is the prestige of India, Ram is the glory of India...Ram is the leader and Ram is the policy. Ram is eternal...When Ram is honoured, its effect does not last for years or centuries, its effect is for thousands of years."

Narendra Modi did 11-day fast for the Pran Pratishtha ceremony at the Ram Mandir

For those who don't know, PM Modi observed 11-day fast ahead of Pran Pratishta ceremony, and he opened his fast after the consecration day. Soon after the rituals were over, Ram Lalla's first pictures were revealed. His face radiated the glow and his innocence shined brighter than his gold, ruby and emerald jewellery. 

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We are in awe after witnessing the historical moment, which established a journey of new India. 

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