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PM Modi will offer prayers at the historic Somnath Temple and take part in the Somnath Swabhiman Parv, an event highlighting India’s civilisational spirit.
PM Modi’s convoy arrived at Gujarat’s Somnath Temple. (PMO)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at the iconic Somnath Temple in Gujarat on Saturday to take part in the Somnath Swabhiman Parv, a major cultural and spiritual programme being held at the historic temple.
Thousands of people from both sides of the roads welcomed the Prime Minister as his convoy arrived at the Somnath Temple. The entire area was filled with a festive atmosphere to mark the historic occasion.
“Feeling blessed to be in Somnath, a proud symbol of our civilisational courage. This visit comes during Somnath Swabhiman Parv, when the entire nation has come together to mark a thousand years since the first attack on the Somnath Temple in 1026. Grateful to the people for the warm welcome,” Modi wrote on X.
Feeling blessed to be in Somnath, a proud symbol of our civilisational courage.This visit comes during #SomnathSwabhimanParvwhen the entire nation has come together to mark a thousand years since the first attack on the Somnath Temple in 1026.
Grateful to the people for… pic.twitter.com/jwTSF0uMOS
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 10, 2026
The Somnath Swabhiman Parv, being held from January 8 to 11, marks 1,000 years since the invasion of the temple by Mahmud of Ghazni in 1026. Despite repeated destruction attempts, the temple remains a symbol of faith and resilience. Its restoration after independence was led by Sardar Patel, with the rebuilt shrine inaugurated in 1951 by India’s first President, Dr Rajendra Prasad.
PM Modi’s Schedule
Earlier in the day, PM Modi landed at Heerasar Airport in Rajkot before departing for Somnath. He was welcomed by Cabinet Minister Kunwarji Bawliya and the Mayor of Rajkot at the airport.
Prime Minister Modi will participate in Omkar Mantra chanting at the temple around 8 PM on Saturday, according to an official release. The spiritual event will be followed by a drone show at the temple complex, adding a visual tribute to the occasion.
On January 11, PM Modi will participate in Shaurya Yatra, a ceremonial procession organised to honour the countless warriors who laid down their lives defending the Somnath Temple. This yatra will feature a symbolic procession of 108 horses, reflecting valour and sacrifice.
After that, he will perform darshan and pooja at the Somnath Temple. At around 11 am on Sunday, the Prime Minister will participate in and address a public function in Somnath.
On January 12, PM Modi will meet German Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz in Ahmedabad. At around 9:30 am, the two leaders will visit Sabarmati Ashram, followed by their participation in the International Kite Festival at the Sabarmati Riverfront at around 10 am.
‘Powerful Symbol Of Our Spiritual Tradition’
Ahead of his visit to the temple, PM Modi called the Somnath Swabhiman Parv a “powerful symbol of our spiritual tradition, which was being celebrated across the country with complete devotion, faith and enthusiasm.”
Somnath Swabhiman festival is a powerful symbol of our spiritual tradition, which is being celebrated with full devotion, devotion and enthusiasm across the country. In this series, you will get the privilege of being a part of the divine chanting of Omkar Mantra in Somnath temple tomorrow night at around 8 pm. The next day at around 9:45 am…— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 9, 2026
The completion of 75 years of this historic restoration of the Somnath Temple in 2026 has added 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.
Gujarat, India, India
January 10, 2026, 6:32 PM IST
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