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1 , 9Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Somnath visit during the Somnath Swabhiman Parv included formal programmes, tributes, prayers and a massive drone show. Here are some highlights from his visit to Gujarat. (Image: PTI)
2 , 9PM Modi leads Shaurya Yatra. PM Modi on Sunday, January 11, led a ceremonial Shaurya Yatra in Gir Somnath district to honor those who sacrificed their lives in the defense of the historic Somnath temple. (Image: PTI)
3 , 9108 horses and huge public presence The journey included a procession of 108 horses symbolizing bravery and sacrifice. According to PTI report, a large crowd had gathered on the one kilometer stretch from Shankha Circle to Veer Hamirji Gohil Circle to welcome the Prime Minister. (Image: PTI)
4 , 9PM Modi waved to the crowd, played Damru. Standing on a specially designed vehicle, PM Modi along with Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel waved to people on the way. In a rare moment, he even borrowed two damaru from a young priest and played them during the procession. (Image: PTI)
5 , 9Cultural performances from all over India. According to PTI, artistes from several states including Jammu and Kashmir performed traditional dances on the stages set up along the yatra route, adding a cultural touch to the event. (Image: PTI)
6 , 9Tribute to Veer Hamirji Gohil and Sardar Patel At Veer Hamirji Gohil Circle, Modi paid floral tributes to the 16th century warrior who sacrificed his life protecting the temple. He also paid tribute to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, whose efforts helped in the restoration of the Somnath temple after independence. The temple was reopened in 1951. (Image: PTI)
7 , 9Prayer in Somnath Temple PM Modi offered prayers at the Somnath temple and participated in the puja amid Vedic chanting led by the chief priest. (Image: PTI)
8 , 9Chanting of Omkar Mantra in the temple. On Saturday evening, January 10, PM Modi participated in the 72-hour long ‘Omkar Mantra’ (Om) chanting at the Somnath temple. In a post on X, he said he felt “blessed” to visit Somnath, calling it a symbol of India’s civilizational courage. (Image: PTI)
9 , 9The sky of Somnath illuminated with mega drone show and fireworks. Officials said the Prime Minister witnessed one of India’s largest drone shows near a temple complex, with 3,000 drones making images of Lord Shiva, a Shivalinga and 3D projections of the Somnath temple. According to PTI, the show, organized by IIT Delhi-incubated firm Botlab, lasted for about 15 minutes. (Image: PTI)