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Bhutan's Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay made history by becoming the first foreign leader to visit the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. Accompanied by his wife Tashi Doma, he spent extensive time exploring the sacred site and offering prayers. The visit highlights growing cultural and diplomatic ties between India and Bhutan. His reverence and detailed exploration of the temple complex were warmly welcomed by local officials.

Key Points: Bhutan PM Tobgay Visits Ram Temple in Historic Ayodhya Moment

  • First foreign PM to visit newly constructed Ram Temple
  • Spent nearly two hours exploring temple complex
  • Offered prayers at multiple sacred sites
  • Admired intricate temple architecture and murals
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Bhutan PM Tshering Tobgay visits Ayodhya's Ram Temple with wife

First foreign leader to pray at Ram Lalla shrine, Bhutan's PM Tshering Tobgay explores sacred Ayodhya temple with cultural reverence

"This visit represents a moment of profound spiritual connection - Champat Rai, Temple Trust Secretary"

Ayodhya, Sep 5

Bhutan Prime Minister Daso Tshering Tobgay, currently on a four-day tour to India, paid a visit to the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi temple in Ayodhya on Friday and offered prayers to the Ram Lalla. He was accompanied by his wife, Tashi Doma.

Bhutanese PM and his wife's visit to the Ram temple marks a historic first, as he is the first Prime Minister of any foreign nation to pay obeisance to Ram Lalla at the premises.

The Ministry of External Affairs shared the photos of their visit to the sacred temple on its social media handle and termed the visit a 'historic first'.

The Bhutan PM and his wife stayed in the complex for about an hour and 40 minutes. During this, they offered prayers at the temple, Ram Darbar, Hanumangarhi Temple and also visited temples of Kuber Teela, Jatayu and Sapta Mandapam. The duo also witnessed the ongoing construction.

Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra General Secretary Champat Rai welcomed the Bhutan PM and his wife at the temple and also arranged a temple tour for them.

The duo was visibly impressed with the grandeur and splendour of the Ram Temple, and they also got some photos clicked to make the moment memorable.

They also admired the murals around the lower plinth and the bronze murals on the walls of the rampart. PM Tobgay praised the carvings on the temple. He also bowed down before the Ram Lalla three times and took the prasad after aarti.

Earlier in the day, the Bhutan PM, along with senior government officials, reached Ayodhya airport via a special plane of the Indian Air Force. They were welcomed by Agriculture Minister Surya Pratap Shahi, Ayodhya Mayor Girish Pati Tripathi, MLA Ved Prakash Gupta, along with senior administrative and police officials.

Bhutanese PM Tobgay, accompanied by his spouse, is on an official visit to India from September 3 to 6.

- IANS

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Priya S
So proud to see our cultural diplomacy working! Bhutan has always been a true friend to India. This visit strengthens our age-old bonds. Jai Shree Ram! 🚩
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Rohit P
While I appreciate the diplomatic gesture, I hope such visits don't overshadow the actual purpose of the temple as a place of worship. Let's maintain its spiritual sanctity.
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Sarah B
The architectural details mentioned - the murals and carvings - sound absolutely magnificent. Would love to visit someday and experience this spiritual marvel myself.
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Vikram M
Bhutan PM spending nearly 2 hours exploring the temple complex shows genuine interest, not just a diplomatic formality. This is how cultural exchanges should happen!
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Michael C
Interesting to see how religious sites are becoming part of diplomatic engagements. Shows the soft power of Indian culture on the global stage.
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Ananya R
The fact that he bowed three times and took prasad shows true respect for our traditions. Bhutan has always understood and respected Indian culture deeply. 🇮🇳🤝🇧🇹

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