From Heritage to Devotion: PM Modi Unveils 77-Foot Ram Statue in Goa
The statue's creation is attributed to the renowned sculptor Ram Sutar, the same artist who designed the Statue of Unity.
From Heritage to Devotion: PM Modi Unveils 77-Foot Ram Statue in Goa
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is going to unveil a 77-foot bronze statue of Lord Ram on Friday at the Shree Samsthan Gokarn Jeevottam Mutt. It is located in the village of Partagali (near Canacona), South Goa district. The ceremony is part of the Mutt’s 550th-anniversary celebrations, which are running from November 27 to December 7 this year.
According to the organisers, Modi will arrive at the venue around 3:45 p.m. A special helipad has been built on the Mutt premises to facilitate his arrival. Prior to the main event, the Prime Minister will visit the temple inside the Mutt complex and will later address a public meeting following the unveiling.
The statue’s creation is attributed to the renowned sculptor Ram Sutar, the same artist who designed the Statue of Unity. The statue reportedly depicts Lord Ram in a classic posture holding his bow (dhanush) and arrow (baan).
The Mutt is one of the oldest spiritual institutions of the Gaud Saraswat Brahmin community and is undergoing extensive renovation for the celebrations. The premises, with centuries-old heritage, are being refurbished to welcome an estimated number of 7,000–10,000 visitors daily over the course of the celebrations.
Beyond the statue, the events include cultural programmes, spiritual discourses, and plans for a Ramayana-themed park and museum zone inside the Mutt grounds. The aim is to turn Partagali into a significant cultural and pilgrimage destination.
Goa’s governor, the Chief Minister, union and state ministers, and religious dignitaries are expected to participate in the event. For believers, devotees and cultural seekers, the day promises to be a significant one — a blend of devotion, tradition and art. The unveiling of this 77-foot statue of Lord Ram highlights not just spiritual reverence but also a renewed spotlight on heritage, faith and community identity in contemporary India.