Ayodhya
Ahead of Ayodhya Ram Temple inauguration, Farooq Abdullah says 'Lord Ram belongs to everyone'
Srinagar: As Ayodhya and the inauguration of Ram Temple continue to garner attention, especially with the unveiling of the revamped Ayodhya Dham railway station and Maharshi Valmiki International Airport by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday, National Conference Chief Farooq Abdullah has said “Lord Ram doesn't only belong to Hindus; he belongs to everyone in the world.”
He congratulated the people who made the efforts to build the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, and that India is witnessing a diminishing and there is a need to revive it.
Speaking to news agency ANI, the former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister said, "Ayodhya Ram Temple is about to be inaugurated. I would like to congratulate everyone who made the effort for the temple. It's ready now."
He further stressed Lord Ram doesn't only belong to Hindus; he belongs to everyone in the world.
“I also want to say to the whole nation that Lord Ram doesn't only belong to Hindus; he belongs to everyone in the world. He is the Lord for all the people across the world. It's written in the books," he added.
Abdullah further said that Lord Ram gave the message of brotherhood, love, unity and helping each other.
"He (Lord Rama) has given a message of brotherhood, love, unity and helping each other. He has always said to uplift the fallen, irrespective of their religion or ethnicity. He has given a universal message. Today, as this temple is about to be inaugurated, I want to tell the people of the country to revive the brotherhood that is diminishing in our country. I want to tell everyone to maintain that brotherhood," Abdullah said.
The consecration ceremony set for January 22 will mark the installation of the idol of Ram Lalla (Lord Ram in his childlike form) at the majestic temple.
The event is expected to draw the presence of numerous dignitaries, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi among them.
The trust has extended invitations to 4,000 saints from various sects to participate in the ceremony.
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