Modi Gets Boost as New Hindu Temple on Site of Destroyed Mosque Triggers Celebrations

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The inauguration of a grand new temple at one of India’s most contentious religious sites is expected to give a boost to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi as he seeks a third term in office. Analysts say the temple, which is seen as an assertion of Hindu pride, will fire his Hindu nationalist base. Anjana Pasricha has a report from New Delhi. Video: P. Pallavi