Dressed in a white traditional tunic and trousers, the Prime Minister participated in a ceremonial worship involving the ritualistic bathing devotion dedicated to Lord Shiva. During the ceremony, he was seen holding a trident and an hourglass drum while greeting cheering crowds gathered along the temple premises under stringent security arrangements.
The visit highlighted Modi’s enduring connection with Varanasi since 2014 and formed part of a two-day tour of the region. The itinerary includes the inauguration of development projects worth more than 6,350 crore rupees, along with the launch of the Ganga Expressway project in Hardoi.
Officials noted that the roadshow and temple visit were followed by multiple development-focused engagements aimed at strengthening infrastructure and connectivity across the region. Devotees present at the temple described the Prime Minister as a selfless ascetic leader, reflecting the deep emotional and cultural resonance of his visit.
The events in Varanasi reinforced the symbolic and political significance of the city in the Prime Minister’s public life, blending religious tradition with large-scale development initiatives that continue to shape the region’s transformation.
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