PM Modi Meditates Near Adi Kailash

That place is believed to be the abode of Shiva...

On Thursday, 12 October 2023, PM Narendra Modi offered prayers at the GauriKund which is a holy site for Hindus. It is in the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand and caught a glimpse of the Adi Kailash. He is also likely to get a glimpse of Om Parvat from his helicopter.

"I am overwhelmed with the darshan and worship at the holy Parvati Kund of Pithoragarh in Uttarakhand.

I am also happy to catch a glimpse of Adi Kailash from here. From this place of spirituality and culture nestled in the lap of nature, I wished a happy life for all family members," he said on social media.

PM Modi began his visit to the border state by catching a glimpse of the Adi Kailash peak, believed to be the abode of Shiva.

He was wearing a traditional outfit, a white turban and a 'ranga' (upper body garment).

He also performed aarti at the Shiva Parvati temple along the banks of Parvati Kund in Jolingkong and meditated in front of the Adi Kailash peak.

From there, he reached Gunji village, interacted with the locals, and attended an exhibition that had local artifacts on display, accompanied by Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami.

Next, he will visit Jageshwar Dham, an ancient Shiva temple about 15 km from Gunji, and offer prayers there before a Kumaoni lunch.

Later, he will return to Pithoragarh and lay the foundation stone for several developmental projects worth Rs. 4,200 crore and address a public meeting.