Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra General Secretary Champat Rai has likened the Ayodhya Ram Temple movement to India’s freedom struggle, stating it holds immense significance for the Hindu community. Speaking at a felicitation event in Indore, Rai emphasized that the demolition of the original Ram temple in Ayodhya was an insult to Bharat and Hindus, and rebuilding it is a matter of pride and identity for the community.
Rai revealed that more than ₹2,800 crore was received as donations from over 10 crore people for the construction of the Ram temple. He reassured the public that all taxes have been paid by the committee overseeing the construction. He added, “Building the Ram temple was not just about faith but a reflection of our history and identity. We cannot live with the marks of slavery for much longer.”
He highlighted how public opinion about the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) has changed over the past few decades. “In the 1960s, people were hesitant to associate with the RSS due to false allegations. But today, that scenario has changed, and more people are joining hands with us,” Rai remarked.
He also reflected on the sacrifices made by scores of people, including priests, over the last 500 years to keep the Ram temple movement alive in the hearts of Hindus. Rai mentioned that many songs sung in RSS camps over the decades are now becoming a reality with the construction of the temple.
Rai further discussed the ongoing construction, noting that no iron or steel has been used in the temple’s structure. Stones for the temple have been sourced from the Bansi Paharpur region of Rajasthan. The most significant part of the project now focuses on the construction of the Raja Ram’s darbar on the first and second floors of the grand temple.
