PM Modi Pays Tribute to Rajendra Chola I at Sacred Chola Temple

On Rajendra Chola I’s birth anniversary, PM Modi visited the historic Gangaikonda Cholapuram Temple in Tamil Nadu

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Modi was warmly welcomed by crowds during a massive 8 km roadshow, showcasing cultural unity and enthusiasm

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Wearing a veshti and angavastram, Modi embraced Tamil tradition as he offered prayers at the UNESCO-listed temple

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The visit marked the Aadi Thiruvathirai festival, dedicated to Rajendra Chola’s birth star — a day of spiritual and cultural importance

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The ceremony featured Tiruvasagam hymns and a divine musical performance led by maestro Ilayaraja, invoking ancient Tamil devotion

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PM Modi released a commemorative coin and a booklet on Devaram hymns, celebrating the Chola dynasty’s spiritual legacy

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Built in the 11th century by Rajendra Chola I, this temple is a symbol of Chola naval power and architectural brilliance

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Rajendra Chola expanded India’s influence as far as Southeast Asia, earning respect as a visionary ruler and military strategist

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