In a detailed article for Mid-Day on Ram Navami 2025, popular mythologist Devdutt Pattanaik explains why Shri Ram, unlike other heroes from Indian epics, is never shown riding a chariot.

Here's what PM Modi wrote: Taking to X, PM Modi said, “Heartfelt greetings to all countrymen on the occasion of Ram Navami. May this holy and sacred occasion of Lord Shri Ram's birth festival ...