SC decision on Ayodhya reflects strength of judiciary: PM Modi

PrimeMinister Narendra Modi addressed the nation on Saturday after the Supreme Courtgave its verdict on the disputed land in Ayodhya. The land will be given to agovernment-run trust for a temple and a prominent site in the holy town will beallotted for a mosque, the apex court announced today in a landmark verdict inIndia's most divisive case dating back decades.

Addressing the nation, PM Modi said that the world knows how robust Indian democracy is. The way the people of this country have welcomed the verdict is commendable. He said, "Today is November 9, the day when the Berlin Wall fell. Today on November 9, the Kartarpur Corridor has been opened by both India and Pakistan. And with today's Ayodhya verdict, it is giving a message about living together.

Modisaid that the Supreme Court verdict has brought a new day for us. After this judgment,we should work towards a new India. Let's make a beginning of a new India.

He further reiterated, "We have to ensure no one gets left behind. We have to ensure everyone walking with us doesn't fall behind. The responsibility of every citizen to ensure they follow the rule of law has increased."

Theverdict shows that the toughest problems can be resolved within theConstitution, said Modi.