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In a historic moment for the Hindu community in North America, the tallest idol of Lord Ram on the continent was inaugurated at the Hindu Heritage Centre in Mississauga, a city within the Greater Toronto Area. Standing at an impressive 51 feet, the statue was unveiled amidst the chants of Vedic hymns, bhajans, cultural performances, and the distribution of prasad, drawing thousands of devotees and dignitaries from across Canada.

The fiberglass statue, fabricated in Delhi, is supported by a steel superstructure designed to last at least a century. It is engineered to withstand wind speeds of up to 200 km/h, making it not just a spiritual landmark but also a feat of modern engineering. The project was led by Acharya Surinder Sharma Shastri Ji, who shared that the vision began nearly three years ago, inspired by the grand inauguration of the Ram Mandir at Ayodhya’s Ram Janmabhoomi in January 2024.

“The statue is more than just a physical structure,” said Acharya Surinder. “It’s a symbol of Lord Ram’s ideals, truth, righteousness, and duty, brought to life in a modern multicultural society.”

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Canadian Leaders Attend Lord Ram Statue Unveiling

The unveiling ceremony saw the presence of several prominent Canadian political leaders. Nina Tangri, MPP for Mississauga–Streetsville, remarked on social media, “An honour to join thousands in Streetsville to inaugurate the new 51 ft Shri Ram Statue, the largest in North America. Thank you to Acharya Surinder Sharma Shastri Ji and Laj Prasher for celebrating Lord Ram’s legacy and the cultural heritage of Ontario’s Hindu community.”

Shafqat Ali, MP for Brampton–Chinguacousy Park, also attended the event along with fellow MPs Iqwinder Gaheer, Maninder Sidhu, and Rechie Valdez. In a post on X, Ali wrote, “This statue stands as a powerful symbol of faith, culture, and resilience.”

Spiritual leaders praised the initiative as a bridge between traditional beliefs and Canada’s diverse society. They noted how the installation reflects not only the expanding global footprint of Hindu philosophy but also its seamless integration into Canada’s multicultural ethos.

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With its grandeur and cultural resonance, the statue is expected to become a spiritual hub for devotees and a landmark in the Greater Toronto Area.

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