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Time of India
02-08-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Ram Temple foundation's 5th anniv highlights Gorakhnath Mutt's role
1 2 Lucknow: This year, Aug 5 will mark the fifth anniversary of the laying of the foundation stone for the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. For the Gorakhnath Mutt, the day is crucial, with three generations having fought for the temple. These include the current head of the Mutt and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath , his mentor, the late Mahant Avaidyanath, and his grand mentor, the late Mahant Digvijay Nath. In 2020, Prime Minister Narendra Modi performed the ceremony for the temple's construction, an event attended by Yogi Adityanath along with seers, religious leaders and other dignitaries. As CM, Yogi Adityanath has focused especially on the development of Ayodhya, promoting it as a hub of religious tourism across the world. With the temple nearing completion, Ayodhya is already linked with a network of rail, road and air, with an international airport inaugurated there in 2023. The city has been beautified along with the ghats along the Saryu River, and various other development projects are in progress. Mahant Avaidyanath was among the most prominent leaders of the Ram Temple movement. "Due to his universal acceptance, he was chosen to lead the movement. His lifelong dream was to see a grand and divine temple of Ram Lalla in Ayodhya. Undoubtedly, he would be very pleased today, especially seeing that the foundation of the Ram Temple, laid five years ago, was done in the presence of his disciple, Yogi Adityanath, and that the temple is nearing completion," said a govt spokesperson. The mutt has had a significant presence in most events related to the temple movement. During the manifestation of Ram Lalla in Ayodhya in Dec 1949, Mahant Digvijay Nath was present in Ayodhya. When the temple's lock was opened in 1986, Mahant Avaidyanath was present in Ayodhya. After the Supreme Court's decision to allow the construction of the temple, Yogi Adityanath was responsible for moving Ram Lalla from a tent to a silver throne in a temporary structure. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Friendship Day wishes , messages and quotes !
Time of India
06-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
CM Yogi assures swift action on grievances during Janata Darshan
Gorakhpur: Chief Minister reaffirmed the state government's commitment to swift and effective redressal of public grievances during the Janata Darshan held at Gorakhnath Temple on Friday. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Personally interacting with around 200 people, CM Yogi patiently listened to individual complaints and directed officials to act promptly, ensuring transparent and fair resolution. "Every problem will be addressed effectively," he assured, instructing officials to respond with sensitivity and urgency. Addressing issues ranging from crime to illegal land encroachments, the CM warned of strict legal action against land mafias and influential individuals harassing the poor. "No one harassing the weak will be spared," he said. Several people also sought assistance for medical treatment. CM Yogi instructed officials to expedite cost assessments so that financial aid could be released without delay. He also directed that Ayushman cardholders should face no hurdles in accessing treatment and that pending card be issued swiftly. As per his routine, the CM offered prayers at the Gorakhnath temple and paid homage at the samadhi of Mahant Avaidyanath. Later, he visited the temple cowshed. A group of young martial arts students, mostly girls, met the CM to extend belated birthday wishes. The children greeted him with roses and performed martial arts moves as a tribute. The CM blessed them, interacted with them about their training, and posed for photographs.
Hindustan Times
05-06-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
No animal sacrifice in the open: U.P. CM ahead of Bakrid
Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday directed senior officials to ensure that no animal sacrifice takes place in the open during the upcoming Eid-ul-Azha (Bakrid) festival that will be celebrated on Saturday (June 7). He also instructed authorities to ensure that blood is not drained into open sewers and emphasised adopting a zero-tolerance policy against any troublemakers to maintain peace and public order. The CM, who turned 53 on Thursday, issued these directives during a law and order review meeting that he chaired at Gorakhnath temple in Gorakhpur. At the temple, he also offered prayers and paid floral tribute to Mahant Avaidyanath's statue. Besides, Yogi reviewed preparations for the International Yoga Day celebrations scheduled for June 21. He instructed officials to make arrangements for the live telecast of PM Narendra Modi's address and to install large display screens at all major city intersections. He enquired about the pending construction work at Ayush University and directed the divisional commissioner to ensure its completion within a week. The university is scheduled to be inaugurated by the President of India on June 30. Later in the evening, several public representatives and BJP workers gathered on the temple premises to greet the CM on his birthday.
