In a touching gesture, former Indian cricketer and current East Delhi MP Gautam Gambhir exhibited compassion by distributing sarees and shawls to s*x workers at GB Road on the momentous occasion of the Pran Pratishtha for Ram Lalla in Ayodhya. Expressing his joy, Gambhir believed there couldn’t be a more fitting day for such a noble act, emphasizing the need for the nation to thrive by embodying the principles of Lord Ram.
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Simultaneously, Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the Pran Pratishtha ceremony in Ayodhya, consecrating the new idol of Lord Ram. The Ram Mandir, symbolizing cultural and religious resurgence, now stands as a testament to Ayodhya’s historical and spiritual legacy.
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“Lord Ram has come today. The Ram Temple has been inaugurated, so I want to congratulate every Indian. Ram belongs to everyone. Today we have distributed sarees and shawls to women who are part of the society. Today is a festival for them too,” remarked Gambhir during this charitable endeavor, as reported by Latestly.
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He further added, “Lord Ram belongs to them also. Nothing could have been a better day for me than this. The biggest message I would like to give today is that it is very important to follow the paths which are ideals of Lord Ram; only then this country will progress.”
In a move reminiscent of his adept innings on the cricket field, Gambhir presented a comprehensive report card for his constituency last year. This update showcased impactful developmental initiatives, including a towering 20-foot smog tower installation and a reduction in the Ghazipur landfill site height. Much like a cricket captain updating his team on progress, Gambhir asserted his duty to keep his constituents informed about the strides made for their welfare.
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The cricketer-turned-politician’s benevolent off-field play was also highlighted in the report, including substantial COVID-19 relief efforts such as distributing 5 lakh food packets, 5,000 PPE kits, and 40,000 masks to aid migrants affected by the lockdown. Gambhir, with a commitment reminiscent of his on-field tenacity, donated his salary for the renovation of various public spaces, solidifying his impact beyond the boundaries of the cricket field.