• PM Narendra Modi to Unveil Sri Ramanujacharya Statue Today In Hyderabad

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    PM Narendra Modi to Unveil Sri Ramanujacharya Statue Today In Hyderabad
     

    Digital Desk: Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit Hyderabad, Telangana, today to unveil the ‘Statue of Equality,’ which honours Bhakti Saint Sri Ramanujacharya, who lived in the 11th century. Moreover, during his visit to the state, the PM will also kick off ICRISAT’s 50th-anniversary celebrations.

    PM Modi tweeted, “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.”

    According to the Prime Minister’s Office, the statue honours Bhakti saint Sri Ramanujacharya, who preached equality in all realms of life, including faith, caste, and creed.

    Reportedly, the statue is made of ‘panchaloha,’ a five-metal alloy consisting of gold, silver, copper, brass, and zinc. Notably, it is one of the world’s tallest metallic statues in a sitting position.

    The monument is set atop a 54-foot-high base structure known as ‘Bhadra Vedi.’ The structure comprises floors dedicated to a Vedic digital library and research centre, ancient Indian scriptures, a theatre, and an educational gallery showcasing Sri Ramanujacharya’s contributions.

    Sri Chinna Jeeyar Swami of Sri Ramanujacharya Ashram conceptualized the statue.

    According to the PMO, a 3D projection depicting the saint’s life and teachings would be shown during the programme.

    Sri Ramanujacharya is credited with continuously working for the upliftment of all people, regardless of nationality, gender, race, caste, or creed. The unveiling of this statue is part of a 12-day ceremony commemorating his 1,000th birthday.

    PM Modi will also attend the International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) 50th-anniversary celebrations during his visit.

    “I look forward to being in Hyderabad today to take part in two programmes. At around 2:45 PM, I will join the 50th Anniversary celebrations of ICRISAT, an important institution that works on aspects relating to agriculture and innovation.” PM Modi Tweeted on Saturday morning.

    PM Modi will inaugurate the ICRISAT climate change research facility and the ICRISAT rapid generation development facility. According to reports, small farmers in Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa will benefit from the two facilities.

    On the occasion, PM Modi will also unveil a specially designed ICRISAT emblem and will issue a commemorative stamp.

    ICRISAT is an international organization based in Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa that performs agricultural research for development. It aids farmers in the fight against climate change by supplying enhanced agricultural types.

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