Ram an emblem of unity; temple an instrument to unite India: PM Modi

'Ram Lalla had been living under a tent for many years and now he will get a grand temple', says Prime Minister

After laying the foundation stone for a Ram temple in Ayodhya on Wednesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the 'bhoomi pujan' event was an "emotional moment" for the entire country and "every heart is illuminated today".

Beginning his speech with 'Jai Siya Ram', the prime minister told the gathering that a grand temple will be built for Ram Lalla, the infant Ram, who had been living in a temporary tent for years.

"Every heart is illuminated; it is an emotional moment for the entire country... A long wait ends today... A grand temple will now be built for our Ram