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PM visits Surya Mandir in Modhera, Gujarat

Posted On: 09 OCT 2022 7:45PM by PIB Delhi

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi visited the Surya Mandir in Modhera, Gujarat today. The Prime Minister was felicitated upon his arrival. Shri Modi inaugurated Heritage Lighting at Surya Mandir which makes it the first heritage site in India to be powered solely by solar energy. He also inaugurated the 3D Projection Mapping of Modhera Sun Temple. The Prime Minister also witnessed a cultural programme showcasing the history of the temple.

Chief Minister of Gujarat, Shri Bhupendra Patel, Member of Parliament, Shri C R Patil, Ministers of Gujarat Government, Shri Purneshbhai Modi and Shri Arvindbhai Raiyani accompanied the Prime Minister on his visit.

Earlier today, the Prime Minister had laid the foundation stone and dedicated multiple projects worth over Rs 3900 crore in Modhera, Mehsana in Gujarat. The Prime Minister also declared Modhera as India’s first 24x7 solar-powered village. Shri Modi also performed darshan and pooja at Modheshwari Mata Temple in Modhera, Gujarat.

I’d urge you all to visit the Sun Temple at Modhera. It will leave a lasting impact on your mind. The beauty of this place has to be seen to be believed. Earlier this evening inaugurated facilities that will enhance the experience for tourists. pic.twitter.com/QzWJxKA8NT
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 9, 2022

ॐ मित्राय नमः

ॐ रवये नमः

ॐ सूर्याय नमः

ॐ भानवे नमः pic.twitter.com/nS71ym3WSf
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 9, 2022

Glimpses from the Sun Temple in Modhera, Gujarat.

PM @narendramodi inaugurated 3D Projection Mapping of Modhera Sun Temple as well as witnessed a cultural programme showcasing the history of the temple. pic.twitter.com/77m6p7wZjB
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) October 9, 2022

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