"The prime minister alone did 'taap' (penance), and now, we all have to do that," he said, addressing a gathering of thousands after the ceremony.

With Ram Lalla's consecration in Ayodhya, India's self pride has returned, Bhagwat said, adding, "And today's programme has become a symbol of a new India that will stand up and provide relief to the entire world from tragedy."

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