PM Modi In Ayodhya LIVE: PM Appeals To People For Cleanliness Drive At Pilgrimage Sites
PM Modi In Ayodhya LIVE: PM Modi will launch 8 Vande Bharat and Amrit Bharat trains, a greenfield township project, the revamped Ayodhya station, and the Maharishi Valmiki Airport today.
PM Modi inaugurated and laid the foundation stone of multiple development projects worth more than Rs 15,700 crore in the state. More On It: PM Modi Launches 46 Development Projects Worth Rs 15,700 Cr
Addressing people in Ayodhya, all temples and pilgrimages must undertake 7-day cleanliness drives from Jan 14 (Makar sankranti).
"Be prepared for eternity for rush of visitors from across the globe. Ayodhya residents now have a big responsibility to keep ayodhya clean," he said.
PM Narendra Modi urges the public to visit Ram Mandir after January 23 to avoid rush.
PM Narendra Modi says, "Today's India is beautifying its pilgrimage sites and is also immersed in the world of digital technology..."
Addressing people in Ayodhya, PM Modi said, "The date - December 30 - has always been historic for India. It was on this day in 1943 when Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose hoisted the (Indian) flag in Andaman (and Nicobar Islands) to announce India's freedom."
PM Narendra Modi says there was a time when Ram Lalla was living in a tent. "Whatever be the country in the world if it has to reach new heights of development, it will have to take care of its heritage. Ram Lala was there in a tent, today pucca house has been given to not only Ram Lala but also to the 4 cr poor of the country..." he added.
After inaugurating and laying foundation stone of several development projects worth Rs 15,700 crore in Ayodhya, PM Modi says, "The entire world is awaiting the historic moment (of Ram temple consecration) on January 22."
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses people in Ayodhya after inaugurating Maharishi Valmiki International Ayodhya Dham Airport.
Ayodhya Airport Inauguration: Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath says, "PM Modi has come to Ayodhya today to lay the foundation stone for a 'New Ayodhya' in 'New India'. I, on behalf of the people of Uttar Pradesh and the devotees of Lord Ram, thank the PM for this."
PM Narendra Modi inaugurates, dedicates to nation and lays the foundation stone of multiple development projects worth more than Rs 15,700 crore in the state. These include projects worth about Rs 11,100 crore for development of Ayodhya and its surrounding areas and projects worth about Rs 4600 crore related to other projects across Uttar Pradesh, as per a PMO release.
Ayodhya Airport Inauguration: Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia says, "Today's event is historic because the wait of a thousand year is about to end as the Ram temple consecration will take place on January 22 under the leadership of PM Modi."
VIDEO: IndiGo pilot captain Ashutosh Shekhar welcomes passengers as the first flight takes off from Delhi for the newly constructed Maharishi Valmiki International Airport, Ayodhya Dham, in Ayodhya, UP.
"I was overjoyed, never did I imagine that 'God' would visit my home like this. My happiness was beyond control," says Ujjwala Yojana beneficiary Meera on PM Modi visiting her house and having tea during his Ayodhya tour today.
During Maharishi Valmiki International Airport inauguration event in Ayodhya, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw says, "It is because of the blessings of Lord Ram and PM Modi's vision that Ayodhya is now the center point of discussion in the world."
People chant 'Jai Ram, Shri Ram'as they board the first flight for the newly built Maharishi Valmiki International Airport Ayodhya Dham, in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh
PM Narendra Modi has inaugurated the Maharishi Valmiki International Ayodhya Dham Airport.
PM Modi Narendra Modi visits Lata Mangeshkar Chowk in Ayodhya.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday arrived at Maharishi Valmiki International Airport. Before this, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Ayodhya during Deepotsav last year. PM Modi led an impressive road show after leaving the airport, receiving an unprecedented welcome from the people of Ayodhya.
PM Modi during his Ayodhya visit went to the house of a Ujjwala Yojana beneficiary and had tea at her residence. It was an important milestone as the 'labaharthi behen' was the 10 croreth beneficiary of the scheme.
Folk artists perform in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh. PM Narendra Modi inaugurated the redeveloped Ayodhya Dham Railway Station and flagged off new Amrit Bharat trains and Vande Bharat trains. The PM will shortly inaugurate the Maharishi Valmiki International Airport Ayodhya Dham.
PM Narendra Modi flags off two Amrit Bharat and six Vande Bharat trains in Ayodhya.
PM Narendra Modi interacts with students onboard the Amrit Bharat train in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh.
PM Narendra Modi inspects a model of the redeveloped Ayodhya Dham railway station.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurates the Ayodhya Dham Junction railway station, in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh.
It has been developed at a cost of more than Rs 240 crore. The three-storey modern railway station building is equipped with all modern features like lifts, escalators, food plazas, shops for puja needs, cloak rooms, child care rooms, waiting halls. The station building will be 'accessible for all' and 'IGBC certified green station building', as per a PMO release.
People shower flower petals on Prime Minister Narendra Modi as he holds a roadshow in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh.
PM Modi will inaugurate the Maharishi Valmiki International Airport Ayodhya Dham, redeveloped Ayodhya Dham Railway Station, and flag off new Amrit Bharat trains and Vande Bharat trains.
During flagging off ceremony of Katra-Delhi Vande Bharat train, Union Minister Jitendra Singh says, "Katra Vaishno Devi is the second station to get a second Vande Bharat train. It has been made possible because of PM Modi's commitment to work for the development of this place."
Mahend Gungapersad, MP Mauritius says, "It's a pleasure to be in India at this point in time. And today, when we are about to inaugurate the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya. You can't imagine how proud I feel like most of you. Most of the Mauritians of the Hindu faith are very happy and proud that today (Lord) Ram has his Temple at the place where he was born. And, I can honestly say that only, PM Modi could have brought Ayodhya back to the limelight. And the way the Mandir is being built, we are proud of Modi for what he has done..."
"PM Narendra Modi has transformed India, the destiny of India, image of India. Today people look up to India...This new India has been possible thanks to his vision, leadership and I have no doubt that under his tenure, India has a very bright future as it is having today. Many countries want to befriend India. They want to have very close ties with India. And we Mauritians, we have always entertained a very good relationship with India and under PM Modi's tenure, this relationship is being further strengthened..." he said.
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath has shared a post on X welcoming PM Modi in Ayodhya.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi begins mega roadshow in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh. He will inaugurate the Maharishi Valmiki International Airport Ayodhya Dham, redeveloped Ayodhya Dham Railway Station, and flag off new Amrit Bharat trains and Vande Bharat trains.
Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, MoS Civil Aviation General VK Singh (Retd) at the Maharishi Valmiki International Airport Ayodhya Dham.
PM Modi will today inaugurate the Maharishi Valmiki International Airport Ayodhya Dham, redeveloped Ayodhya Dham Railway Station, and flag off new Amrit Bharat trains and Vande Bharat trains.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives in Ayodhya; received by Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel and CM Yogi Adityanath
PM Modi will inaugurate the Maharishi Valmiki International Airport Ayodhya Dham, redeveloped Ayodhya Dham Railway Station, and flag off new Amrit Bharat trains and Vande Bharat trains.
Union minister Jitendra Singh arrives at Katra railway station to attend the flagging off of the second Vande Bharat train from Katra to Delhi to be done virtually from Ayodhya by PM Modi shortly.
BJP MP Lallu Singh says, "Entire Ayodhya has been decorated. The people of Ayodhya are waiting eagerly for the most popular world leader, PM Modi...Devotees of Lord Ram in Ayodhya will welcome PM Modi with warmth."
Watch: People gather to attend PM Modi's roadshow in Ayodhya.
PM Narendra Modi will hold a roadshow in Ayodhya at 11 am today and will inaugurate the newly constructed Ayodhya airport at 12:35 pm. Here's a look at his schedule today:
UP Minister Jitin Prasada says, "It's a historic day today and the resolution taken by PM Modi to renovate Ayodhya is getting fulfilled in front of people. The airport terminal has been made operative for the public. We have got the opportunity to work for a new Ayodhya city..."
Ahead of PM Modi's visit to Ayodhya today, UP Deputy CM Keshav Prasad Maurya says, "I am happy that PM Modi is coming here. Lord Ram devotees from all over the world can come to Ayodhya as the airport will be inaugurated today..."
Here are visuals from Ram Katha Park, Ayodhya ahead of PM Modi's roadshow in the city.
Uttar Pradesh Minister Jaiveer Singh says, "...After a long wait that moment (Ram Mandir consecration ceremony) is approaching. As it's around the corner, the excitement amongst people is increasing. PM Modi is arriving today, he is going to give us presents related to Railways, state government policies, international airport...He'll address a Jansabha and a roadshow will be held..."
Ayodhya, UP: On PM Modi's visit to Ayodhya today to inaugurate Ayodhya Dham railway station and airport, UP Deputy CM Keshav Prasad Maurya says, "I am happy that PM Modi is coming here. Lord Ram devotees from all over the world can come to Ayodhya as the airport will be inaugurated today..."
Ayodhya: UP Minister Jaiveer Singh says, "...After a long wait that moment (Ram Mandir consecration ceremony) is approaching. As it's around the corner, the excitement amongst people is increasing. PM Modi is arriving today, he is going to give us presents related to Railways, state government policies, international airport...He'll address a Jansabha and a roadshow will be held..."
Airport Authority of India(AAI) chairman Sanjeev Kumar says, "The airport has been built in Ayodhya and AAI has completed it in a record time of 20 months. Air connectivity is important for Ayodhya. PM Modi will inaugurate it today. We are happy today and I hope people across the country will be happy...."
Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh: Airport Authority of India(AAI) chairman Sanjeev Kumar says, "The airport has been built in Ayodhya and AAI has completed it in a record time of 20 months. Air connectivity is important for Ayodhya. PM Modi will inaugurate it today. We are happy today and I hope people across the country will be happy...."
Visuals from the Maharishi Valmiki International Airport Ayodhya Dham, in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will today inaugurate the newly built Ayodhya Airport.
UP Deputy CM Brajesh Pathak says, "It's a fortunate day for us. Under the guidance of PM Modi, the international airport will be inaugurated. The entire infrastructure is changing. I thank PM Modi for it, Ayodhya is changing...It's getting developed as a world-class city."
Union minister VK Singh (Retd) says, "Prime Minister Modi is inaugurating the airport today. Ayodhya airport is ready, flights will also start from today...Ayodhya has been transformed completely."
Folk artists perform in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh ahead of PM Narendra Modi's visit to Ayodhya today.
Heavy security has been deployed in Ayodhya ahead of PM Modi's visit.
PM Modi in Ayodhya: The new Amrit Bharat train, which PM Narendra Modi will flag off in Ayodhya today. PM Narendra Modi will also inaugurate the redeveloped Ayodhya Dham railway station and flag off the new Amrit Bharat trains and Vande Bharat trains.
Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh: Flower decorations and preparations are in full swing ahead of PM Narendra Modi's visit today. These visuals are from Dharma Path.
Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh: Security has been heightened near the public meeting venue of PM Modi.
These are the visuals from the Ayodhya Dham Junction railway station, in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh. PM Narendra Modi will today inaugurate the redeveloped Ayodhya Dham Railway Station and flag off new Amrit Bharat trains and Vande Bharat trains.
These are the visuals from the Maharishi Valmiki International Airport Ayodhya Dham, in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the newly built Ayodhya Airport today.
Chief Priest Of Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra, Acharya Satyendra Das ahead of PM Modi's visit said, "It is good that PM Narendra Modi is coming here and he will inaugurate the railway station, airport today. He will also hold a road show. People will be happy after seeing PM Modi in Ayodhya. The airport will help people from abroad and across the country to come to Ayodhya easily."
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi is all set to visit Uttar Pradesh's Ayodhya on Saturday. The city is decked with flowers, murals, and thematic ornamental columns to welcome him. Apart from the city's decoration, proper security arrangements have also been made. Heavy police presence is seen across the city. Security personnel are monitoring the whole city, especially the restricted areas. Police personnel in anti-riot gear were also seen on the streets in a bid to amp up the security measures.
Divisional Commissioner of Ayodhya, Gaurav Dayal, earlier told news agency PTI, "The Prime Minister is expected to reach Ayodhya airport somewhere around 10:45 AM. After landing at the airport, he will move straight to Ayodhya railway station where he will inaugurate the redeveloped railway station. He will then return to the airport, inaugurate the newly-built airport and subsequently address a 'jan sabha' (public rally)."
According to a PTI report, wooden barricades have been set up on both sides of the recently redeveloped Ram Path, and other roads that will fall on his route as he heads for the railway station from the airport.
Approximately 1.5 lakh people are expected to assemble for the rally. After the rally, the Prime Minister will depart from Ayodhya.
This visit of PM Modi comes just three weeks ahead of his subsequent Ayodhya visit to attend the consecration of Ram Lalla's idol in Ram Mandir on January 22, 2024.
During this visit, PM Modi will announce and inaugurate a number of projects apart from the railway station and airport as well. According to a release from the Prime Minister's Office, he will flag off two new Amrit Bharat and six new Vande Bharat trains during his visit.
He is also expected to launch projects worth more than Rs 11,100 crore to revamp civic facilities and develop world-class infrastructure in Ayodhya. As for other parts of Uttar Pradesh, projects worth over Rs 4,600 crore will also be announced.
In a bid to improve the accessibility to the upcoming Ram Mandir, he will also inaugurate four newly redeveloped, widened, and beautified roads in Ayodhya i.e., Ram Path, Bhakti Path, Dharm Path, and Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Path, as stated by the PMO.
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