Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the Shaurya Yatra at Somnath, Gujarat, honoring those who sacrificed their lives to protect the temple. The procession featured 108 horses and drew thousands of devotees along the route.
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Somnath: Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the "Shaurya Yatra" in Gujarat's Gir Somnath district on Sunday. The yatra was organized to pay tribute to the brave soldiers who sacrificed their lives protecting the Somnath Temple. During the yatra, Prime Minister Modi stood on a specially designed vehicle and waved to the public.
The yatra, organized as part of the Somnath Swabhiman Parv, featured a 108-horse procession, symbolizing bravery and sacrifice. Large numbers of people and devotees lined both sides of the yatra route. People lined the streets since early morning to welcome Prime Minister Modi, offering their prayers and waving to him.
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Following the yatra, Prime Minister Modi reached the Somnath Temple, where he offered prayers. He also participated in a public event organized to commemorate the Somnath Swabhiman Parv. The purpose of this festival is to remember the countless citizens and heroes who sacrificed their lives to protect the temple.
In 1026 AD, Mahmud Ghazni attacked the Somnath Temple. Many heroes sacrificed their lives during this attack. According to the PIB, attempts were made several times to destroy the temple centuries ago, but due to collective resolve and efforts, the temple remains a symbol of faith, courage, and national pride today.
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Somnath Swabhiman Parv inspires cultural consciousness and national pride in future generations. This festival reminds us how the countrymen protected their history and culture even under difficult circumstances. Prime Minister Modi's visit and the public enthusiasm symbolize that people's feelings for the Somnath Temple and its history remain alive today.
The Prime Minister's visit was accompanied by immense enthusiasm among the people. People came not only to welcome him, but also to remember the sacrifices of their heroic ancestors. The occasion re-emphasized the historical and religious significance of the Somnath Temple and fostered a sense of national pride.
