New Delhi, May 11 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday led a historic ceremony at the Somnath Temple in Gujarat, marking 75 years since its reconstruction and restoration. The “Somnath Amrut Mahotsav” commemorates the 1951 reconsecration of the shrine by India’s first President, Dr Rajendra Prasad, and reflects on a thousand years since the temple’s first recorded invasion in 1026 CE.The Somnath Temple, revered as the first of the twelve Jyotirlingas dedicated to Lord Shiv…
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Gir Somnath, May 11 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday described the Somnath Temple as a symbol of India’s “indestructible spirit” and “civilisational consciousness” while addressing the ‘Somnath Amrut Mahotsav’ celebrations in Gujarat’s Prabhas Patan.Speaking after participating in various religious ceremonies at the Somnath Temple, PM Modi said the temple represented the country’s ability to rise repeatedly despite destruction and invasions over centuries.“Today, the…
Gir Somnath, May 11 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday participated in the ‘Somnath Amrut Mahotsav’ in Gujarat’s Gir Somnath district, marking 75 years since the inauguration of the reconstructed Somnath Temple, one of the 12 Jyotirlingas dedicated to Lord Shiva.The celebrations at the historic Somnath Temple commemorated the temple’s restoration and its inauguration by India’s first President, Dr Rajendra Prasad, in 1951.Ahead of the religious ceremonies, PM Modi held a roadsho…
Gir Somnath, May 11 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said that he feels blessed to attend the Somnath Amrut Mahotsav in Gujarat’s Gir Somnath district as the shrine celebrated the 75th anniversary of its reconstruction in 1951. Sharing a video in a post on X, PM Modi said, “Jai Somnath! Feeling blessed to be here, when we are marking 75 years since the rebuilt temple opened its doors for devotees.”The attached video shows the Prime Minister walking with joined hands through a ceremo…
Gir Somnath, May 11 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Somnath on Monday to a rousing welcome, as large numbers of people gathered for the event, cheering and greeting him with enthusiasm. PM Modi held a roadshow upon his arrival in the city to participate in the Somnath Amrut Mahotsav, marking 75 years since the inauguration of the restored Somnath Temple.Enthusiastic residents lined both sides of the roads for the Prime Minister’s roadshow, waving the tricolour, BJP flags and dress…
Gir Somnath, May 11 (IANS) Preparations are in full swing in Gujarat’s Somnath as Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to participate in the Somnath Amrut Mahotsav on Monday, marking 75 years since the inauguration of the restored Somnath Temple. Artists, devotees and visitors from different parts of Gujarat have already begun arriving in large numbers to witness the grand celebrations being organised at the historic temple town.During his visit, the Prime Minister will offer prayers at the…
New Delhi, May 11 (IANS) The Indian Air Force’s Surya Kiran Aerobatic Team (SKAT) is scheduled to perform an aerial display at Somnath Temple as part of the temple’s 75th anniversary celebrations on Monday.The performance will see six Hawk Mk-132 aircraft executing coordinated aerobatic formations above the historic temple complex, drawing together celebrations of heritage, aviation skill and national symbolism in Prabhas Patan.Wing Commander Janmeet Sharma said the air display will be condu…
Gandhinagar, May 9 (IANS) The skies over Somnath are set to turn into a canvas of national colours and precision flying as the Indian Air Force’s Suryakiran Aerobatic Team (SKAT) prepares to mark the 75th anniversary of the Somnath Temple with a two-day aerial display on May 10-11.The performance will see six Hawk Mk-132 aircraft executing coordinated aerobatic formations above the historic temple complex, drawing together celebrations of heritage, aviation skill and national symbolism in Prab…
Gandhinagar, March 10 (IANS) The Gujarat government has allocated Rs 2,006 crore for the Sports, Youth and Cultural Activities Department in the state budget, with plans to develop Olympic-level infrastructure and position Gujarat as a ‘global sports hub’, Minister Jitu Vaghani told the Legislative Assembly on Tuesday. Participating in the discussion on the department’s budgetary demands, Vaghani said the allocation reflected the government’s resolve to expand sports infrastructure and stren…
Somnath (Gujarat), Jan 11 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated on Sunday that raising the flag atop the historic Somnath Temple symbolises India’s strength and capability, showcasing it to the entire world.He emphasised that the Somnath Swabhiman Parv is not just a commemoration of the destruction that occurred a thousand years ago, but a celebration of a 1,000-year journey. It also serves as a festival celebrating India’s existence and pride.PM Modi added that regardless of any attempts t…