Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and the warriors who defended the Somnath Temple. The ‘Somnath Swabhiman Parv’ commemorates the temple’s resilience over centuries of invasions, with devotees ensuring its revival. This year marks 75 years since the temple’s modern reconstruction in 1951.
In a blog post, PM Modi highlighted Sardar Patel’s pivotal role in rebuilding the Somnath Temple after it was attacked in 1026. Despite initial opposition from Jawaharlal Nehru, the temple was restored as a symbol of national pride. The reconstruction was funded by public donations, not government funds.
As part of the Somnath Swabhiman Parv, PM Modi participated in the ‘Shaurya Yatra’ at the Somnath Temple. He engaged with cultural performances and honored the temple’s defenders. Artists from various regions expressed excitement about meeting the Prime Minister during the event.
During the ‘Shaurya Yatra,’ PM Modi interacted with the crowd, playing the ‘Damru’ and receiving a warm welcome. He later offered prayers at the Somnath Temple before proceeding to address a public event at Sadbhavna Maidan. The Prime Minister is also scheduled to inaugurate trade shows and conferences in Rajkot and Gandhinagar.
