Lord Ram our country's identity, not merely embodiment in stone or wood, says Rajnath Singh
The Hindu
Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh speaks at a conclave on the occasion of Ram Navami in New Delhi on March 30, 2023
Lord Ram is India's identity and not merely an embodiment in stone or wood, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on March 30, 2023.
He asserted that the government will construct hospitals, schools, set up industries and also build temples.
Mr. Singh was speaking at a conclave in New Delhi on the occasion of Ram Navami.
"When it came to the construction of Ram temple, a lot of people had started giving their thoughts on it. Some people had suggested that a hospital be built at the site, while others said a school can be built. Some even suggested that an industry could be set up. These were the people who do not understand Lord Ram or have not embraced him," he said.
"Lord Ram is not merely an embodiment in stone, wood or soil, he is the centre of our culture and faith," he said.
"Lord Ram is our identity as well as that of our country," Mr. Singh said.
"We will build hospitals, schools and industry. And, we will build temples also," he added.