**Executive Summary**
The Prime Minister will visit Somnath, Gujarat, from January 10-11, 2026, to participate in the Somnath Swabhiman Parv. The event marks 1,000 years of unbroken spirit since the first invasion of the Somnath Temple. The celebrations, from January 8-11, will include various events such as Omkar Mantra chanting, a Shaurya Yatra, and a public function.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Events and Schedule:**
* January 10, 2026: The Prime Minister will participate in Omkar Mantra chanting at 8 PM and view a Drone show.
* January 11, 2026: The Prime Minister will participate in Shaurya Yatra at 9:45 AM, perform Darshan and Pooja at 10:15 AM, and address a public function at 11 AM.
* **Shaurya Yatra:**
* A ceremonial procession honoring warriors who defended the Somnath Temple.
* Features a symbolic procession of 108 horses, reflecting valour and sacrifice.
* **Somnath Swabhiman Parv:**
* Celebration to remember citizens who sacrificed to defend the Somnath Temple.
* Marks 1,000 years since Mahmud of Ghazni's invasion in 1026.
* Will witness the participation of hundreds of saints from across the country, along with 72 hours of continuous chanting of 'Om' within the temple premises.
* **Historical Significance:**
* The Somnath Temple stands as a symbol of resilience, faith, and national pride.
* Restoration efforts undertaken by Sardar Patel after independence.
* The temple was formally opened to devotees in 1951.
* The completion of 75 years of this historic restoration in 2026 adds special significance to the Somnath Swabhiman Parv.
**Impact Analysis**
**Prime Minister**
* **Impact:** The Prime Minister's participation underscores the enduring spirit of India's civilisation and reaffirms his commitment to preserve and celebrate India's rich cultural and spiritual heritage.
* **Action Required:** Participate in scheduled events, including Omkar Mantra chanting, Shaurya Yatra, Darshan and Pooja, and addressing a public function.
**Citizens of India**
* **Impact:** The event is meant to inspire the cultural consciousness of future generations, reminding them of the sacrifices made to defend the Temple.
* **Action Required:** No direct action mentioned; however, the public function will allow for in-person participation.
Key Entities Referenced
Somnath Swabhiman Parv: A festival held to commemorate the spirit and civilizational continuity of the Somnath Temple.
Somnath Temple: A significant Hindu temple that is the focus of events commemorating its history and restoration.
Shaurya Yatra: A ceremonial procession to honor warriors who defended the Somnath Temple.
Gujarat: The location of the Somnath Temple and related events.
Prime Minister's Office
PM to visit Somnath in Gujarat on 10-11 January
and participate in Somnath Swabhiman Parv
PM to participate in Shaurya Yatra
Yatra to feature symbolic procession of 108 horses, reflecting
valour and sacrifice
Programme being held to mark 1,000 Years of Unbroken
Spirit and Civilisational Continuity since first invasion at
Somnath Temple
PM’s participation reaffirms his commitment to preserve and
celebrate India’s rich cultural and spiritual heritage
PM to perform Darshan and Pooja at Somnath Temple
PM to also participate in Omkar Mantra chanting at Somnath
Temple
प्रव तथ: 09 JAN 2026 12:10PM by PIB Delhi
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will visit Somnath in Gujarat on 10-11 January 2026 and will
participate in Somnath Swabhiman Parv. At around 8 PM on 10 January, Prime Minister will participate in
Omkar Mantra chanting and thereafter he will view Drone show at Somnath temple.
On 11 January, at around 9:45 AM, Prime Minister will participate in Shaurya Yatra, a ceremonial
procession organised to honour the countless warriors who laid down their lives defending the Somnath
Temple. The Shaurya Yatra will feature a symbolic procession of 108 horses, reflecting valour and
sacrifice. Thereafter, at around 10:15 AM Prime Minister will perform Darshan and Pooja at the Somnath
Temple. At around 11 AM, the Prime Minister will participate in and address a public function in
Somnath.
The Somnath Swabhiman Parv, being held from 8 to 11 January 2026, is organised at Somnath. It is being
held to remember the countless citizens of India whose sacrifice to defend the Temple continues to inspire
the cultural consciousness of future generations.
The programme marks 1,000 years since Mahmud of Ghazni’s invasion of the Somnath Temple in the year
1026. Despite multiple repeated attempts for its destruction over centuries, the Somnath Temple stands
today as a powerful symbol of resilience, faith and national pride, owing to the collective resolve andefforts to restore it to its ancient glory.
After independence, the effort for restoration of the Temple was undertaken by Sardar Patel. One of the
most important milestones in this journey of revival was achieved in 1951, when the restored Somnath
Temple was formally opened to devotees in the presence of the then President of India, Dr. Rajendra
Prasad. The completion of 75 years of this historic restoration in 2026 adds special significance to the
Somnath Swabhiman Parv.
The celebrations will witness the participation of hundreds of saints from across the country, along with 72
hours of continuous chanting of ‘Om’ within the temple premises.
Prime Minister’s participation in the Somnath Swabhiman Parv underscores the enduring spirit of India’s
civilisation and reaffirms his commitment to preserve and celebrate India’s rich cultural and spiritual
heritage.
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