Canada Unveils North America’s Tallest Lord Ram Statue

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On August 4, 2025, Canada unveiled North America’s tallest Lord Ram statue, a 51-foot marvel, at the Hindu Heritage Centre in Mississauga, Ontario

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Standing atop a 7-foot pedestal, the statue represents Sanatan Dharma’s spiritual strength and cultural pride. Crafted in Delhi, it blends tradition with modern engineering

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Made of fibreglass and steel, the statue can withstand 200 km/h winds and is designed to last over a century — a true legacy piece

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Funded by Indo-Canadian philanthropist Laj Prasher, the statue was assembled by artisans in Canada, reflecting the unity of Indian craftsmanship and Canadian multiculturalism

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Thousands gathered as Canadian ministers and dignitaries praised the installation. MP Maninder Sidhu greeted the crowd with a spirited “Jai Shri Ram”

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India’s Acting Consul General Kapidhwaja Pratap Singh and Acharya Surinder Sharma Shastri blessed the occasion, calling the idol a spiritual gift to the community

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The statue stands in the flight path to Toronto Pearson Airport. Travelers flying in will be greeted by Lord Ram from the skies

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Echoing the 2024 Ram Mandir consecration in Ayodhya, this installation brings the spirit of divine righteousness to North America’s multicultural heart

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“This is more than faith — it’s a celebration of cultural harmony,” said organiser Kushagr Sharma. Lord Ram now stands tall as a beacon of dharma

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