Goa: Goa has added a spectacular new cultural landmark to its identity — and this time, it’s not on a beach. A towering 77-foot bronze statue of Lord Ram, described as the tallest of its kind in the world, was unveiled at the sacred Shree Samsthan Gokarn Partagali Jeevottam Mutt in South Goa, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi presiding over the ceremony.
The statue, sculpted by legendary artist Ram V. Sutar, known for the Statue of Unity, has instantly become a monumental symbol of faith, heritage, and artistic achievement.
India’s Tallest Ram Statue Rising in Canacona Goa🙏 pic.twitter.com/jC28ZzSgYj
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A Monument of Faith and Craftsmanship
The massive bronze figure stands majestically within the Partagali Math complex, a revered 550-year-old spiritual seat for the Gowd Saraswat Brahmin community.
The installation of the statue marks not just an anniversary — but a statement of cultural pride.
The Math’s spiritual leadership and trustees conceptualised the statue as a visual embodiment of Dharma, devotion, and civilisational continuity. The statue’s scale, structure, and detailing draw inspiration from Ramayana iconography, combining traditional reverence with modern sculptural engineering.
मोदीजी ने गोकर्ण मठ के 550 वर्ष पूरे होने पर दुनिया की सबसे ऊंची 77 फिट प्रभु श्री राम की प्रतिमा का अनावरण किया
अवध बिहारी अब गोवा में भी कृपा बरसाएंगे
कांग्रेस के राज में राम नाम लेना भी दुर्लभ था
वहीं आज भारत का कण-कण राममय हो रहा हैआप सभी “जय श्री राम” तो लिख ही सकते हो pic.twitter.com/fbu4EoSdDu
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A Grand Ceremony with National Spotlight
Prime Minister Modi flew into Canacona for the inauguration, with special security and protocol preparations in place, including a dedicated helipad inside the Math precincts.
In his address, he hailed Lord Ram as “an immortal symbol of moral governance, cultural integrity, and national inspiration.”
The occasion also kicked off an 11-day spiritual and cultural festival featuring:
- Vedic chants and Ishta-Mantra recitation
- Classical performances and bhajan nights
- Public darshans
- Religious discourses
- Community outreach programmes
The statue area is already drawing swelling crowds of visitors from across Goa and neighbouring states.
Making Goa a Spiritual Destination — Beyond Beaches
Historically known for its coastal tourism, Goa is now carving a new space in cultural and pilgrimage tourism. The Partagali Math is transforming into a major religious landmark with:
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planned Ramayana-themed museum
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audio-visual experiential galleries
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upgraded pilgrim pathways
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landscaped viewing areas
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guided cultural tours
Local tourism operators are preparing for a surge in visitors, anticipating that the monument could become one of Goa’s most photographed and visited sites — rivaling iconic temples and beaches.
Why This Statue Matters
This is not just a giant sculpture — it carries layered meaning:
- a declaration of India’s civilisational continuity
- an homage to Lord Ram’s place in Indian philosophy
- a cultural anchor for the Gowd Saraswat Brahmin lineage
- a new focal point for domestic tourism and heritage exploration
For many devotees, this statue is a physical expression of faith, identity, and national ethos.
A Landmark That Will Draw the World’s Eyes
As the sun sets over the lush greenery of South Goa, the bronze figure of Lord Ram gleams against the horizon — a beacon of devotion, art, and timeless narrative.
With its stunning height, craftsmanship, and symbolic significance, the Partagali Ram statue is poised to become not only a Goan landmark, but a revered destination for pilgrims and travellers from across India and the world.
