PM Modi Receives Rousing Welcome At Somnath Temple, Offers Prayers On Swamibhan Parv | Pics

Prime Minister Narendra Modi offered prayers at Gujarat's Somnath Temple on Saturday as celebrations for Somnath Swabhiman Parv began. (PMO)

The Somnath Swabhiman Parv marked 1,000 years since the first invasion by Mahmud of Ghazni in 1026. (Narendra Modi/X)

Thousands of people gathered to welcome PM Modi at the Somnath Temple. (Narendra Modi/X)

The Prime Minister received a rousing welcome as chants of 'Modi, Modi' filled the air. (PMO)

Prime Minister Modi offered prayers upon arriving at the iconic temple in Gujarat. (PMO)

PM Modi, Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and Deputy CM Harsh Sanghavi hold a 'trishul' during Somnath Swabhiman Parv. (PMO)

The Prime Minister also participated in the 'Omkar Mantra' chanting at the temple. (PMO)

He also witnessed a drone show in the Somnath temple complex, showcasing a blend of ancient faith and modern technology. (PMO)

PM Modi said beam of light emerging from the sacred land of Somnath is conveying the message of India's cultural power to the entire world. (PMO)

PM Modi will participate in Shaurya Yatra on Sunday to honour the warriors who sacrificed their lives to defend the temple. (PMO)