PM Modi invokes 'Ram Rajya' on Dussehra, warns against people hurting India's image
Prime Minister Narendra Modi invoked the ideals of 'Ram Rajya' during Dussehra celebrations, emphasizing public welfare, social justice, self-reliance, and the purpose of power to serve people. He highlighted Lord Ram's ideals of truth and self-reliance as a guide for building a developed and self-reliant India. Modi also warned against those who might try to hurt India's image.
Why it matters
This speech by the Indian Prime Minister on a significant cultural festival outlines his vision for governance and national development, linking it to deeply rooted cultural and religious ideals, which can influence public policy and national discourse.
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi invoked the ideals of 'Ram Rajya' and called for public welfare, social justice and self-reliance while addressing Dussehra on Tuesday.Addressing the celebrations at the DDA Utsav Ground in IP Extension, East Delhi and participating in the traditional Ravan Dahan ceremony, PM Modi said the purpose of power was to serve people, not rule them, and stressed that the welfare of the poor and deprived sections must remain a priority.The Prime Minister also spoke about Lord Ram's ideals, the need to find solutions using India's own resources and the goal of building a developed and self-reliant nation.
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