Yogi Adityanath: Previous Governments Tried To Undermine Ayodhya, No One Is Above Sanatan

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh participated in the 'Pratishtha Dwadashi' celebrations at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, marking the second anniversary of the Pran Pratishtha ceremony. Addressing the gathering on New Year's Eve, CM Yogi Adityanath asserted that 'no one is above Sanatana Dharma' and criticized previous administrations for attempting to turn the temple town into a place of 'bloodshed' and conflict. He highlighted that the name of Lord Ram is now widespread, including in government schemes. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh stated that modern India follows the ideals of Lord Ram, describing him as 'compassionate, humble and virtuous'. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also conveyed a message, calling the occasion a 'divine festival of faith' and a 'holy and auspicious occasion' for the country.