The first photos of Prime Minister Narendra Modi meditating at the Vivekananda Rock Memorial were taken on Friday.
Resurfacing of an Old Photo
A photo of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, apparently taken 33 years ago, has resurfaced and gone viral during his 45-hour meditation at Kanyakumari’s Vivekananda Rock Memorial. This flashback photograph shows a teenage PM Modi standing in front of a statue of Swami Vivekananda.
The Significance of the Ekta Yatra
The Ekta Yatra, a massive nationwide initiative, began at the iconic Vivekananda Rock Memorial in Kanyakumari and stretched all the way to Kashmir. To pay their respects, all the Ekta Yatris, including Dr. Murli Manohar Joshi and Narendra Modi, circumambulated Swami Vivekananda’s statue. The caption accompanying the photo reads, “11th December 1991, Tamil Nadu.”
Historical Context
This significant photograph was taken during the Ekta Yatra, which began in Kanniyakumari and concluded in Kashmir. Since being shared, the post has received over 74,000 likes and has garnered close to 3,800 shares.
Modi’s Meditation and Campaigning
As the final phase of the Lok Sabha elections approaches on June 1, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 45-hour meditation at the Vivekananda Rock Memorial has drawn considerable attention. Before voting, the final phase of campaigning has completed, and PM Modi began his meditation, which will continue until June 2.
Arrival in Kanyakumari
Upon his arrival in Kanyakumari on May 30, the Prime Minister first offered prayers at the Bhagavathy Amman Temple before visiting the Vivekananda Rock Memorial.
Reflection on Unity
This historic moment reflects not only Modi’s personal journey but also the enduring legacy of Swami Vivekananda and the unity that the Ekta Yatra symbolizes.
