Ayodhya, Nov. 26 -- Chief minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday termed the hoisting of the saffron flag atop the Ram temple in Ayodhya as "the beginning of a new era" and affirmed that it symbolizes the eternal light of righteousness and the timeless ideals of Ram Rajya.

Welcoming Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh chief Mohan Bhagwat at the Ram temple for the ceremony, Adityanath said: "Ram Mandir represents the faith, honour and self-respect of 1.4 billion Indians."

Adityanath extended congratulations to karmayogis (engineers and workers) whose dedication made the construction of the temple possible.

He also dedicated the occasion to the seers, devotees and others who devoted their lives to the Ram temple move...