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'Centuries-old wounds are healing', says PM Modi after hoisting saffron flag at Ayodhya Ram temple

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said the wounds and pain of centuries are healing today as he ceremonially hoisted a saffron Dharma flag atop the newly built Ram temple in Ayodhya, marking the formal completion of its construction. Describing the moment as the fulfilment of a 500-year-old resolve, PM Modi said the flag embodied the ideals of Lord Ram and symbolised the triumph of truth and righteousness. Modi was joined by RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel, and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath during the flag-hoisting ritual. The event took place during the Abhijit Muhurat, a period regarded as auspicious in Hindu tradition. The right-angled triangular flag, measuring 10 feet by 20 feet, carries an intricate design featuring a radiant Sun, the sacred Om symbol, and the Kovidara tree. According to temple authorities, the saffron colour represents fire, sacrifice, and the rising sun, emblems of spiritual strength and dedication. Calling the moment epochal, the prime minister said Ayodhya was witnessing another historic milestone and added that he entire country and the world are immersed in Ram. Modi said the sacred flag would stand as a testament that ruth ultimately triumphs over falsehood, and congratulated Ram 'bhakts' along with all those who contributed to the construction of the temple. Before the flag hoisting ceremony, the Prime Minister held a roadshow from the Maharishi Valmiki International Airport to the temple complex. A large number of residents and devotees, including women and youth, lined the route, showering flower petals as Modis convoy passed amid heavy security deployment. Many waved the tricolour, while others held BJP flags with the lotus emblem. Upon arrival, Governor Patel and Chief Minister Adityanath formally welcomed the Prime Minister. Adityanath later posted on X, describing Ayodhya as the foremost of the seven sacred cities and extending a hearty welcome to Modi. @narendramodi pic.twitter.com/768R6ocIBz Yogi Adityanath (@myogiadityanath) November 25, 2025 Before proceeding to the main event, the Prime Minister also offered prayers at the Sapt Mandir within the Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir complex. On Facebook, Modi shared, Landed in Ayodhya to take part in the Dhwajarohan Utsav at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir! (With inputs from PTI)