PM Modi addresses public meeting in Balangir, Odisha

Published By : Admin | January 15, 2019 | 10:47 IST
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PM Narendra Modi addressed a huge public meeting in Odisha’s Balangir today. The PM spoke at length about the BJP-led NDA government’s focus on all-round development of Odisha. The PM highlighted how the development projects launched today would script a new growth chapter for the state.

The Prime Minister stated that Odisha held immense cultural significance. He said that the government was leaving no stone unturned to promote the rich cultural heritage of the state. In this context, the PM cited how efforts were being made to preserve ancient temples.

 He said that such initiatives would give a boost to heritage tourism in the state as well as create employment opportunities for the people of the region.

At the rally, PM Modi said that the Central government was committed to enhancing connectivity across the state. In this context, he highlighted about the expansion of railway as well as air connectivity, which he said, would greatly benefit people of the state.

Reiterating the BJP-led NDA government’s mantra of ‘Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas’, PM Modi, spoke about the measures being undertaken for upliftment of the tribal communities.

 

 

He also shed light on the 10% reservation for the economically weaker people belonging to the general category and how the move was aimed at ensuring equal rights for everyone.

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Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will visit Somnath in Gujarat on 10-11 January 2026 and will participate in Somnath Swabhiman Parv. At around 8 PM on 10 January, Prime Minister will participate in Omkar Mantra chanting and thereafter he will view Drone show at Somnath temple.

On 11 January, at around 9:45 AM, Prime Minister will participate in Shaurya Yatra, a ceremonial procession organised to honour the countless warriors who laid down their lives defending the Somnath Temple. The Shaurya Yatra will feature a symbolic procession of 108 horses, reflecting valour and sacrifice. Thereafter, at around 10:15 AM Prime Minister will perform Darshan and Pooja at the Somnath Temple. At around 11 AM, the Prime Minister will participate in and address a public function in Somnath.

The Somnath Swabhiman Parv, being held from 8 to 11 January 2026, is organised at Somnath. It is being held to remember the countless citizens of India whose sacrifice to defend the Temple continues to inspire the cultural consciousness of future generations.

The programme marks 1,000 years since Mahmud of Ghazni’s invasion of the Somnath Temple in the year 1026. Despite multiple repeated attempts for its destruction over centuries, the Somnath Temple stands today as a powerful symbol of resilience, faith and national pride, owing to the collective resolve and efforts to restore it to its ancient glory.

After independence, the effort for restoration of the Temple was undertaken by Sardar Patel. One of the most important milestones in this journey of revival was achieved in 1951, when the restored Somnath Temple was formally opened to devotees in the presence of the then President of India, Dr. Rajendra Prasad. The completion of 75 years of this historic restoration in 2026 adds special significance to the Somnath Swabhiman Parv.

The celebrations will witness the participation of hundreds of saints from across the country, along with 72 hours of continuous chanting of ‘Om’ within the temple premises.

Prime Minister’s participation in the Somnath Swabhiman Parv underscores the enduring spirit of India’s civilisation and reaffirms his commitment to preserve and celebrate India’s rich cultural and spiritual heritage.