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​Ramayana in Brazil: PM Modi lauds India’s cultural influence, praises performance during visit

Last updated on - Nov 20, 2024, 16:57 IST
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PM Modi attends Ramayan performance in Brazil

During his visit to Brazil for the G20 meeting, Prime Minister Narendra Modi watched a theatrical rendition of the Ramayana by Jonas Masetti, whom he had previously praised on Mann Ki Baat (Photo: X/@narendramodi).​

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PM Modi lauds performance on X

Sharing his thoughts on the social media platform X, the Prime Minister wrote that he had the pleasure of meeting Jonas Masetti and his team, and that he had previously highlighted Masetti's dedication to Vedanta and the Gita during one of the #MannKiBaat episodes. (Photo: X/@narendramodi)

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Play performed by Vishwa Vidya Gurukulam's students

The Ramayan was brought to life by students from Vishwa Vidya Gurukulam, a Brazilian institution committed to advancing Vedanta and Sanskrit studies. Jonas Masetti, also known as Acharya Vishwanath and the founder of Vishwa Vidya Gurukulam, greeted Prime Minister Modi with the recitation of a Sanskrit mantra. (Photo: X/@narendramodi)

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PM Modi deeply moved by the performance

Speaking to ANI Masetti said that PM Modi was deeply moved by the performance and urged Indian youth to embrace their cultural values. Masetti also said that Ram symbolizes Dharm, and performing the Ramayan and engaging with Ram Katha are ways to purify ourselves and lead a better life. (Photo: X/@narendramodi)

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PM admires Indian culture in Brazil

While in Brazil, the Prime Minister admired several cultural performances that highlighted the richness and diversity of Indian heritage. He will depart from here to visit Guyana till November 21.(ANI photo)

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