Vice President CP Radhakrishnan receives a warm welcome from Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel upon his arrival at Maharishi Valmiki International Airport for the Deepotsav 2026 celebrations, in Ayodhya on Saturday. (@VPIndia X/ANI Photo)
The life of Sri Ram teaches us that duty is greater than power, responsibility is greater than rights, and character is greater than grandeur,” she said. “The vision of Ram Rajya will be realised only when the poor receive respect, the deprived receive opportunities, women receive security, youth receive employment and every citizen receives justice,” she said. Referring to the divine splendour of Deepotsav, the Governor said, “Ayodhya is illuminated by the light of devotion, faith and spiritual consciousness. “Under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath , Ayodhya is connecting its ancient spiritual identity with new heights of modern development,” she said.
“Ram is the soul of India and the foundation of our national consciousness. Sri Ram is not merely an object of worship but also the foundation of India’s social and cultural unity. The Governor added that the increasing number of devotees and tourists is creating new opportunities for employment and entrepreneurship for thousands of families associated with hotels, dharamshalas, transport, food services, handicrafts, flowers and garlands, and puja materials. The Governor urged the youth to learn discipline, leadership, patience and a sense of duty from the life of Sri Ram.
Ayodhya : Governor Anandiben Patel on Saturday described the ideals of Lord Ram as the foundation of Indian culture, national consciousness and good governance.