PM Modi and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto have jointly inaugurated the restoration project for the 1,000-year-old Prambanan Temple in Yogyakarta.
The India-backed initiative marks a significant step in cultural cooperation between the two nations. PM Modi offered prayers at the ancient shrine and said that India and Indonesia share a deep civilisational bond rooted in the Ramayana, the Mahabharata, and centuries of shared heritage. He described Prambanan as a powerful symbol of that enduring connection.
Prambanan is Indonesia’s largest Hindu temple complex and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Dedicated mainly to Lord Shiva, it also honours Vishnu and Brahma. Its towering shrines, intricate stone carvings, and Ramayana reliefs reflect the greatness of ancient Hindu civilisation in Southeast Asia.
This restoration project is not only about conserving stone and structure. It is about preserving memory, faith, and identity. It shows how sacred heritage can continue to unite nations across borders and generations. For India and Indonesia, Prambanan stands as a shared cultural treasure that deserves care, respect, and protection.
The launch of this project also reflects the growing strength of India’s cultural diplomacy and its commitment to preserving Hindu heritage beyond its borders. It is a reminder that the spirit of Sanatana tradition has travelled far, leaving a lasting imprint on the civilisational landscape of Asia.
