'Blessings Of Prabhu Shri Ram': PM Modi Witnesses Lao Ramayana, Says Heartening To See People In Laos 'Remain In Touch With The Ramayan'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday (10 October) witnessed a part of the Lao Ramayana in Laos.

PM Modi is on a two-day visit to Laos to participate in the 21st Asean-India and the 19th East Asia Summit.

"Vijaya Dashami is a few days away and today in Lao PDR, I saw a part of the Lao Ramayana, highlighting the victory of Prabhu Shri Ram over Ravan. It is heartening to see the people here remain in touch with the Ramayan. May the blessings of Prabhu Shri Ram always remain upon us!," PM Modi said in a post on X.

"Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi witnessed an episode of Lao Ramayan - called Phalak Phalam or Phra Lak Phra Ram - performed by the prestigious Royal Theatre of Luang Prabang. Ramayan continues to be celebrated in Laos, and the epic reflects the shared heritage and age-old civilization connection between the two countries," Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said in a statement.

Several facets of Indian culture and tradition have been practised and preserved in Laos for centuries, the MEA said, adding that the two countries are closely working to illuminate their shared heritage.

"The Archaelogical Survey of India is involved in restoring the Vat Phou temple and related monuments in Laos," the ministry said.

Prior to the Ramayan performamce, PM Modi participated in a blessing ceremony by senior Buddhist monks of Central Buddhist Fellowship Organization of Lao PDR.

Shared Buddhist heritage represents yet another facet of close civilizational bonds between India and Laos, the MEA said.

"Met respected monks and spiritual leaders in Lao PDR, who were happy to see the honour being given to Pali by the Indian people. I am grateful to them for their blessings," PM Modi said in a post on X.

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