PM Modi Holds Roadshow in Gujarat Ahead of Somnath Temple Event

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday held a roadshow in Gujarat's Gir Somnath district, ahead of his participation in the Somnath Amrut Mahotsav, which marks 75 years of the inauguration of the restored temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. A large number of people lined up along the nearly 1.5-km route from the helipad to Veer Hamirji Circle near the famous Somnath temple to greet PM Modi.

The Prime Minister arrived in Jamnagar on Sunday night as part of his two-day visit to Gujarat and stayed there overnight before arriving in Somnath on Monday morning.

The Somnath temple is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas and is a symbol of India's enduring faith and civilisational heritage.

Mr. Modi is scheduled to perform rituals, including 'Abhishek', 'Dhwaj Pooja' and 'Maha Pooja', at the temple, and will also speak at a public gathering at Sadbhavana Ground. The court will not be involved in this event, but the Prime Minister's office will likely release a statement after the event.