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Home / News / India News / Photos / IN PHOTOS: PM Modi inaugurates world`s largest meditation centre in Varanasi

IN PHOTOS: PM Modi inaugurates world`s largest meditation centre in Varanasi

Updated On: 18 December, 2023 01:48 PM IST | Sanjana Deshpande

Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked the commencement of the world`s largest meditation centre, Swarved Mahamandir, located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, during his two-day visit to his parliamentary constituency. Pics/ PTI

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked the commencement of the world`s largest meditation centre, Swarved Mahamandir, located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, during his two-day visit to his parliamentary constituency. Pics/ PTI

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked the commencement of the world`s largest meditation centre, Swarved Mahamandir, located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, during his two-day visit to his parliamentary constituency. Pics/ PTI

Accompanied by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, PM Modi explored the vast expanse of the meditation centre, showcasing its capacity to accommodate 20,000 individuals simultaneously for meditation sessions.

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Accompanied by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, PM Modi explored the vast expanse of the meditation centre, showcasing its capacity to accommodate 20,000 individuals simultaneously for meditation sessions.

Swarved Mahamandir boasts a striking architectural design, with verses from the Swarveda inscribed on the walls of the seven-floor superstructure, adding a spiritual essence to the environment.

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Swarved Mahamandir boasts a striking architectural design, with verses from the Swarveda inscribed on the walls of the seven-floor superstructure, adding a spiritual essence to the environment.

Alongside the inauguration of Swarved Mahamandir, PM Modi`s visit encompasses the dedication and laying of foundation stones for numerous development projects, collectively valued at approximately Rs. 19,150 crore.

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Alongside the inauguration of Swarved Mahamandir, PM Modi`s visit encompasses the dedication and laying of foundation stones for numerous development projects, collectively valued at approximately Rs. 19,150 crore.

The Prime Minister`s visit underscores his consistent efforts over the past nine years to revolutionize Varanasi`s landscape and improve the quality of life for its residents and neighbouring areas.

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The Prime Minister`s visit underscores his consistent efforts over the past nine years to revolutionize Varanasi`s landscape and improve the quality of life for its residents and neighbouring areas.

During his visit, PM Modi will actively participate in the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra in Sewapuri, a rural locality within his constituency, emphasizing a commitment to progressive development initiatives.

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During his visit, PM Modi will actively participate in the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra in Sewapuri, a rural locality within his constituency, emphasizing a commitment to progressive development initiatives.

Additionally, the visit includes observing live sports events as part of the Kashi Sansad Khel Pratiyogita 2023, demonstrating a keen interest in promoting sporting activities and community engagement.

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Additionally, the visit includes observing live sports events as part of the Kashi Sansad Khel Pratiyogita 2023, demonstrating a keen interest in promoting sporting activities and community engagement.

Through various initiatives and projects, PM Modi aims to enhance the ease of living for the residents of Varanasi and adjacent regions, signaling a continuous focus on holistic development and upliftment.

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Through various initiatives and projects, PM Modi aims to enhance the ease of living for the residents of Varanasi and adjacent regions, signaling a continuous focus on holistic development and upliftment.

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