Immediately after reaching Ayodhya for the Deepotsav celebrations, the PM went to the makeshift Ram temple and offered prayers to Ram Lalla. He lit an earthen lamp there and performed an "aarti".
Modi was also briefed by officials on the construction going on for a grand Ram temple at the site.
Earlier, the PM was welcomed by Governor Anandiben Patel and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the event said the values inculcated by Lord Ram through his words, thoughts and rule are the inspiration for "sabka saath, sabka vikas". PM Modi added that Lord Ram is the inspiration behind Sabka Saath Sabka Vikas- he took everyone along, did not leave anyone behind
Here are the top quotes from the PM's speech at the event
-Lord Ram's ideals beacon of light for people aspiring for developed India in next 25 years
-As we are celebrating 'Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsava', determination like Lord Ram will take country to new heights. The PM said Lord Ram’s ideals are a beacon of light for people aspiring for a developed India in next 25 years and give the "courage to achieve the most difficult goals".
-I am happy that people of Ayodhya, entire UP and world are witnessing this event. As we are celebrating 'Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsava', the determination like Lord Ram will take the country to new heights
-Nishadraj Park is being established in Shringverpur Dham (Prayagraj), where a 51ft tall statue of Lord Ram and Nishadraj will be built... It is the duty of all Indians to follow the ideals of Lord Ram
-From the teachings of 'Kartavya Bal' by Lord Shri Ram, we have come up with the 'Kartavya Path' to honour his governance and establish our identity globally
