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Prime Minister Modi’s Spiritual Pause, Halts at Shankaracharya Hill En Route to Srinagar

Prime Minister Narendra Modi made a significant spiritual detour on his journey to Srinagar, as he halted to see Shankaracharya Hill from a distance. This unplanned stop underscored the Prime Minister’s deep reverence for India’s spiritual heritage and his commitment to connecting with the country’s diverse cultural fabric.

PM Modi halts to see Shankaracharya Hill

“Upon reaching Srinagar a short while ago, had the opportunity to see the majestic Shankaracharya Hill from a distance,” wrote PM on his X (formerly Twitter.)

PM Modi at Srinagar

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Srinagar today for the first time since the abrogation of Article 370, which granted special status to Jammu and Kashmir. His visit will mark his participation in the ‘Viksit Bharat Viksit Jammu Kashmir’ program at Bakshi Stadium, where he will unveil the ‘Holistic Agriculture Development Programme’ with an investment of ₹5,000 crore aimed at boosting the agricultural sector in the Union territory. Additionally, projects worth over ₹1,400 crore in the tourism sector, including the ‘Integrated Development of Hazratbal Shrine’ in Srinagar, will be launched during the event.

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Chalo India Global Diaspora Campaign to be inaugurated

Key initiatives such as the ‘Dekho Apna Desh People’s Choice Tourist Destination Poll’, the first nationwide endeavor to gauge the nation’s tourism preferences, and the ‘Chalo India Global Diaspora Campaign’, which seeks to engage the Indian diaspora in promoting tourism to India, will also be inaugurated.

Security measures have been intensified around the Bakshi Stadium, with drones, CCTV cameras, and increased foot patrols deployed in a two-kilometer radius of the venue. Schools along the route are closed, and board exams scheduled for Thursday have been postponed to ensure the smooth conduct of the event.

About Shankaracharya Hill

The Prime Minister’s visit to Shankaracharya Hill, also known as Takht-e-Suleiman, holds immense historical and religious significance. Situated atop a hill overlooking the picturesque Dal Lake in Srinagar, this ancient site is believed to have been visited by the great philosopher Adi Shankaracharya during the 9th century. It is revered by both Hindus and Buddhists, adding to its multifaceted cultural importance.

As Prime Minister Modi resumes his journey to Srinagar, his brief yet poignant stopover at Shankaracharya Hill will undoubtedly be remembered as a moment that transcended politics and echoed the timeless spirit of unity, diversity, and spiritual harmony that defines the essence of India.

Kavya Bhatt

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