Trinidad and Tobago is considering plans to establish a Ram Mandir (temple) in its capital city, as the Caribbean nation seeks to strengthen its position as a cultural and spiritual hub for Hinduism in the Western Hemisphere.

Public Utilities Minister Barry Padarath announced the government’s strong support for the initiative during discussions with religious leaders, including representatives who facilitated the arrival of a Ram Lalla idol replica from Ayodhya earlier this year.

“Trinidad and Tobago is often referred to as ‘Ramayan country,’” Padarath said, highlighting the nation’s unique role in preserving Hindu traditions outside India. “The Ram Lalla initiative is something that we welcome—it is something we support.”

The minister revealed that government officials are actively exp

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