Dussehra 2026 / PM Modi Calls for National Unity Against Forces Undermining India's Values on Dussehra

New Delhi, Oct 20: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday used the occasion of Vijayadashami to call for national unity against forces that undermine India's honour, social harmony and cultural heritage, asserting that safeguarding these values is a collective responsibility.

Addressing a gathering on the occasion of Dussehra, PM Modi said those who damage the country's prestige, create divisions in society and foster hostility towards its culture should be treated as enemies of the nation. He stressed the need for all sections of society, including political parties and institutions, to stand united against such challenges.

"Our ancient seers taught us that all political parties and institutions should remain united against enemies," the Prime Minister said, invoking the spirit of Vijayadashami, which marks the triumph of good over evil.

Extending greetings to the nation, PM Modi said, “On Vijayadashami, I offer my salutations at the feet of Lord Ram, Mother Janaki and Bajrang Bali. I extend my heartfelt wishes for Vijayadashami to all my countrymen.”

He noted that celebrations of Lord Ram through Ramlilas in villages and cities across the country continue to keep alive the ideals associated with truth, righteousness and justice.

The Prime Minister said Lord Ram's significance extends beyond the defeat of Ravana, pointing to the values and principles he embodied throughout his life. Despite numerous hardships, Lord Ram never deviated from the path of truth and duty, he said.

Highlighting episodes from the Ramayana, PM Modi said Lord Ram's interactions with Nishadraj and Shabari reflected compassion, social harmony and inclusiveness. He also cited Ram Rajya as an enduring model of good governance, marked by justice, equality and the absence of discrimination.
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Referring to the vision outlined during the consecration ceremony of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, PM Modi said the country must move from “Ram to Rashtra” and from “Dev to Desh”, linking spiritual values with national development.

He expressed confidence that the vision could be realised through collective commitment and unity, while urging citizens to strengthen social cohesion and national integrity.
(IANS)