New Delhi, Jan 21: On the eve of the consecration of Ram Temple, President Droupadi Murmu expressed her happiness over the establishment of the magnificent temple at Ayodhya, remembered the Prime Minister's hearty efforts for the same, and prayed to Lord Ram to guide the world on the right path.

The President expressed her blissful feelings in a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi today.

As you prepare yourself to go for the Pran Pratistha of Prabhu Shri Ram's murti at the new temple in his birthplace at Ayodhya Dham I can only contemplate the unique civilizational journey that will be accomplished with each step taken by you in the hollowed precincts, she wrote.

The 11-day rigorous Anusthan that you have undertaken is not only a sacred ritual but also a supreme spiritual act of sacrifice and submission to Prabhu Shri Ram, she mentioned.

As you head to Ayodhya Dham, I send my heartfelt wishes to you.

The President mentioned that the nationwide celebratory atmosphere around the inauguration of the grand temple of Prabhu Shri Ram in Ayodhya Dham is an uninhabited expression of the eternal soul of India. "We all are fortunate to witness the commencement of a new cycle in the resurgence of our nation," she noted.

The universal values that Prabhu Shri Ram represents such as courage, compassion, and constant focus on duty will be taken closer to the people through this magnificent temple, whe viewed.

"Prabhu Shri Ram signifies the best aspects of our cultural and spiritual heritage. Above all, he represents the good which is in constant battle with evil. His life and principles have influenced many episodes of our history and inspired nation-builders. Mahatma Gandhi Ji derived strength from Ram naam till his last breath.
"Though my reason and hearth long ago realised the highest attribute and name of God as truth, I recognize truth by the name of Ram. In the darkest hour of my trial, that one name has saved me and is still saving me," Murmu quoted Gandhiji.

The President mentioned that Prabhu Shri Ram's message of treating everyone with love and dignity, irrespective of social background, also appealed to the intellect of path-breaking thinkers.

"His focus on justice and the welfare of the people too is reflected in the governance outlook of our country. In fact, as an illustration of this, you recently released the first installment of various benefits to the people of vulnerable tribal communities under the PM-JANMAN Initiative. It was heartening to see you invoke Mata Shabari in your address on that occasion as well. Indeed, she will be doubly happy to see Prabhu Shri Ram's temple as well as the welfare of the people," the President remarked.

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Hailing Prabhu Shri Ram as an embodiment of all that is good about this land of ours and humanity at large, the President prayed that Lord Ram guide the world on the right path and bring peace and bliss to one and all.

She concluded the letter chanting "Siyavar Ramachandra Ki Jai!

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