PM Modi to unveil ‘Statue of Equality’ to commemorate Bhakti saint Ramanujacharya in Hyderabad today
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi is visiting Hyderabad in Telangana on Saturday to unveil the ‘Statue of Equality’ which commemorates 11th century Bhakti saint Sri Ramanujacharya.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is visiting Hyderabad in Telangana on Saturday to unveil the ‘Statue of Equality’ which commemorates 11th century Bhakti saint Sri Ramanujacharya. The prime minister will also kickstart the 50th anniversary celebrations of ICRISAT during his visit.
PM Modi will unveil the 216-feet tall 'Statue of Equality' on Saturday. In a tweet, PM Modi said, “At 5 PM, I will join the programme to inaugurate the ‘Statue of Equality.’ This is a fitting tribute to Sri Ramanujacharya, whose sacred thoughts and teachings inspire us.”
At 5 PM, I will join the programme to inaugurate the ‘Statue of Equality.’ This is a fitting tribute to Sri Ramanujacharya, whose sacred thoughts and teachings inspire us. https://t.co/i6CyfsvYnw
The statue commemorates Bhakti saint Sri Ramanujacharya, who promoted the idea of equality in all aspects of living, including faith, caste and creed, the Prime Minister’s Office said.
The statue is made of ‘panchaloha’, a combination of five metals - gold, silver, copper, brass, and zync. It is among the tallest metallic statues in sitting position in the world.
