Srila Prabhupada was an Indian spiritual teacher who was the founder of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), commonly known as the "Hare Krishna movement"

Adressing the event, PM Modi said that Srila Prabhupada was the epitome of love for Lord Krishna. "He made spirituality and spiritual practice accessible to the common people", Modi said

"We are celebrating 150th birth anniversary of Srila Prabhupada at at time when just a few days ago centuries-old dream of a grand Ram temple was fulfilled. The enthusiasm that is seen on your face is also reflective of the happiness for the Ram Lalla 'virajman'," the PM said

"India's mantra of unity in diversity is so simple and comprehensive that there is no scope for division in it," the prime minister said

PM Modi added that India's mantra of unity in diversity is so comprehensive that there is no scope for division

PM Modi asserted that development and heritage will continue to march together as the country moves forward

Talking about the Ram temple in Ayodhya and the consecration ceremony there of January 22, Modi said such a big 'mahayagya' was completed only with the blessings of saints

Hundreds of people were present at the cultural programme marking the 150th birth anniversary of Srila Prabhupada at the Bharat Mandapam