PM Modi inaugurated a 77-foot bronze statue of Lord Ram in Goa, marking the 550th anniversary of the Shree Samsthan Gokarn Jeevottam Mutt.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday unveiled Lord Ram’s 77-foot-tall bronze statue as part of Shree Samsthan Gokarn Jeevottam Mutt’s 550th year celebrations at Partagali, in Cancona, South Goa. The newly unveiled statue is the tallest in the world, as per the Goa government.
Addressing the event, the Prime Minister also made 9 requests to the people which he termed as 9 resolutions saying the dream of Viksit Bharat will only be realised when we protect the environment.
The 9 Requests Made by PM Modi Are:
- To conserve water
- To plant trees
- Cleanliness mission
- Adopt Swadeshi
- Desh Darshan – We must strive to understand the different parts of the country
- Make natural farming a part of our lives
- To adopt a healthy lifestyle, increase millets and reduce the amount of oil in our food by 10 per cent.
- Embrace yoga and sports
- Help the poor in some way or another
During the occasion, PM Modi said that India is witnessing a “cultural renaissance”, and the construction of the Ram temple in Ayodhya, the Kashi Vishwanath Dham, and expansion of the Mahakal Mahalok in Ujjain reflect the “awakening” of the nation.
“The restoration of the Ram temple in Ayodhya, grand redevelopment of Kashi Vishwanath Dham, and expansion of the Mahakal Mahalok in Ujjain, all these reflect the awakening of our nation, which is advancing its spiritual heritage with renewed strength,” Modi said.
This renaissance will inspire future generations to stay connected to their roots, he said.
PM Modi Reflects Upon Goa’s History
Referring to Goa’s history, Modi said there were times when Goa’s temples and local traditions had to face destruction.
“It was the time when the language and cultural identity came under pressure. But these circumstances could not weaken the spirit, instead, they contributed to determination,” he said.
“This is the uniqueness of Goa. Its culture has preserved its core essence through every change and has also revived itself with time,” the prime minister added.
Lauding the Mutt, Modi said over the past 550 years, this institution has endured “countless cyclones” of time.
“Eras changed, periods changed, many transformations occurred in the country and society, but amidst changing eras and challenges, the Mutt did not lose its direction; rather, it emerged as a centre that provides direction to people, and this is its greatest identity,” he said.
The path to “Viksit Bharat” (developed India) passes through unity, the prime minister said, adding, “When society comes together, when every region and every section stands united, only then a nation makes great strides.”
The mission of the Shri Samsthan Gokarn Jeevottam Mutt is to connect people’s hearts and build a bridge between tradition and modernity, the PM said. “Therefore, in the journey of developed India, the Mutt plays a key and central role,” he added.
The PM also inaugurated a theme park based on Ramayana on this occasion, and said the new additions will become permanent centres of meditation, inspiration and devotion for the coming generations.
“Being in the company of sadhus and saints is a spiritual experience,” said Modi, who also visited the temple on the mutt premises.