Lucknow:
Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly Speaker Kuldeep Singh Pathania visited Shri Ram Janmabhoomi in Ayodhya today on the occasion of Lord Shri Ram’s birth anniversary. He offered prayers at the Shri Ram Temple and sought blessings after paying obeisance to the idol of Lord Shri Ram.
Describing the temple as a magnificent example of ancient architectural tradition, Pathania said that the Ram Temple stands as a symbol of Sanatan Dharma, religious faith, and cultural victory. He remarked that India represents a harmonious blend of cultural and religious nationalism, where all faiths are respected and people live in unity despite the country’s diversity.
Recalling his student days at Lucknow University, where he studied law, Pathania said Uttar Pradesh has made remarkable progress and is steadily moving on the path of development. He added that in the present technological era, the state reflects the spirit of a progressive and modern society.
Pathania further noted that Ayodhya has emerged as a major centre of faith and attraction for millions of devotees and tourists. The construction of the Ram Temple has generated large-scale employment and created a festive and vibrant atmosphere in the region.
On the occasion, he prayed to Lord Shri Ram for the happiness, prosperity, and well-being of the people of Himachal Pradesh.
After offering prayers, Pathania will depart for Chandigarh by air from Lucknow tonight and is scheduled to reach Shimla on the morning of January 23. He will preside over the district-level Republic Day समारोह and hoist the national flag at Nahan, the headquarters of Sirmaur district, on January 26, 2026.
