Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on a spiritual journey on Thursday evening, commencing a 45-hour meditation session at the Vivekananda Rock Memorial, situated amidst the sea in Kanyakumari, Tamil Nadu. He chose to meditate at the “dhyan mandapam,” the very spot where Swami Vivekananda himself meditated for three days and nights in 1892 until he attained enlightenment. The iconic memorial, constructed in 1970 in honor of Swami Vivekananda, remains a pilgrimage site, drawing thousands of tourists annually from across India and beyond. During his meditation, the Prime Minister delved into introspection and spiritual reflection, capturing the essence of the serene surroundings. As shared by the BJP, glimpses from PM Modi’s meditation session in Kanyakumari offer a glimpse into this profound experience.
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- Prime Minister Narendra Modi commenced a 45-hour long meditation at the Vivekananda Rock Memorial in Kanyakumari.
- The meditation took place at the “dhyan mandapam,” the same spot where Swami Vivekananda meditated in 1892.
- Swami Vivekananda’s meditation led him to attain enlightenment at this very spot.
- The Vivekananda Rock Memorial, established in 1970, is a significant pilgrimage site in honor of Swami Vivekananda.
- It attracts numerous tourists annually, seeking spiritual solace and inspiration from Vivekananda’s legacy.
- PM Modi’s meditation session reflects his inclination towards spiritual practices and introspection.
- The BJP shared pictures and videos offering glimpses into PM Modi’s meditation session.
- This meditation follows PM Modi’s similar spiritual endeavor at a cave near the Kedarnath shrine in Uttarakhand in May 2019.
- The serene surroundings of the Vivekananda Rock Memorial provided an ideal setting for deep contemplation.
- PM Modi will conclude his meditation and depart for New Delhi via Trivandrum, marking the end of this spiritual retreat.
