“Ram—The common thread that binds Indians: PM Modi’s profound reflection on India’s cultural unity on Lex Fridman podcast”, Opindia, March 17, 2025:
“In a podcast with AI researcher Lex Fridman, Prime Minister Narendra painted a vivid image of India’s cultural, linguistic, and regional diversity and how they are united under one name—Ram. Prime Minister called Lord Ram a “common thread” that beautifully binds Bharat’s kaleidoscopic diversity into a unified tapestry of ancient yet living civilization.
As Lex Fridman asked about what is the idea that unites Bharat and what Bharat is as a nation, PM Modi responded, “Look, India is a cultural identity. It is a civilization that dates back thousands of years. Consider the vastness of India, with over a hundred languages and thousands of dialects.” Further emphasising the saying that every 20 miles, the language, customs, cuisine, and clothing styles change from region to region, he said that despite this immense diversity, there is a common thread that unites the country—Lord Ram.
PM Modi highlighted the stories of Lord Ram, which resonate across Bharat, and pointed out how names inspired by Lord Ram are found in every region, from Rambhai in Gujarat to Ramachandran in Tamil Nadu and Ram Bhau in Maharashtra. He remarked that this unique cultural bond unites Bharat as one civilization…….”
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