PM Modi at Somnath: Temple a 'Proud Symbol of Civilisational Courage'

• PM Modi offered prayers at Somnath Temple, the first among 12 Aadi Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva.
• He participated in the Somnath Swabhiman Parv, commemorating 1,000 years since the first attack on the temple in 1026.
• Modi attended a 72-hour-long 'Aum' chanting and expressed deep emotion about the visit on X.
• The Prime Minister will participate in the Shaurya Yatra, honouring defenders of the temple, and address a public gathering.
• Somnath, rebuilt after Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's initiative, draws millions of devotees annually and is a symbol of faith and identity.

Why It Matters: PM Modi highlights Somnath Temple as a symbol of India's enduring civilisational courage and faith.