Ahmedabad: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is currently visiting Somnath to participate in the ‘Somnath Swabhiman Parv’ being organized in the presence of the first Jyotirlinga, Somnath Mahadev. On the second day of his visit today (January 11), PM Modi will perform special prayers and rituals at Somnath before taking part in a spectacular roadshow (Shaurya Yatra), followed by attending programs in Rajkot and Gandhinagar.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi Participates in Shaurya Yatra
Tremendous Enthusiasm Among Devotees in Somnath’s Sacred City
Since early morning today, devotees have been displaying immense excitement over the Shaurya Yatra. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will shortly join the procession. Following this, the Prime Minister will address a grand assembly before departing for Rajkot.
LIVE: PM Shri @narendramodi takes part in Shaurya Yatra at Shree Somnath Mandir. #SomnathSwabhimanParv https://t.co/OVL8a6QhCi
— BJP (@BJP4India) January 11, 2026
PM Modi’s Schedule in Somnath Today
On the second day of the Somnath Swabhiman Parv, PM Modi will proceed from Circuit House to Somnath Temple in the morning, where he will offer prayers to Somnath Mahadev for 35 minutes. Subsequently, the Prime Minister will reach Shankh Circle and participate in a 2-kilometer roadshow as part of the Shaurya Yatra, culminating at the Sadbhavana Ground assembly venue. This procession of valor, featuring 108 trained horses symbolizing courage, will represent a magnificent display of India’s bravery, tradition, and culture, adding a memorable chapter to Somnath’s history.
VIDEO | During the Shaurya Yatra at Shree Somnath Mandir, Prime Minister Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) brought the celebration alive, playing the damroo as chants and rhythmic beats echoed through the procession.#Somnath #ShauryaYatra #PMModi
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) January 11, 2026
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After completing the Shaurya Yatra, PM Modi will arrive at Sadbhavana Ground, where he will address the gathering for one hour. Following this, the Prime Minister will depart from Somnath for Rajkot at 12:45 PM, where he will inaugurate the Marwadi University Saurashtra-Kutch Vibrant Summit before leaving for Ahmedabad. From Ahmedabad Airport, PM Modi will travel by road to Gandhinagar, where he will inaugurate the Mahatma Gandhi Metro Station at 5:15 PM in the evening and stay overnight at Raj Bhavan.
Tight Security Arrangements for PM Modi
Stringent security measures have been put in place for PM Modi’s visit to Somnath. Somnath SP Jaideep Singh Jadeja stated that security arrangements have been made at three levels—land, water, and air—for the Prime Minister’s program. More than two thousand police personnel have been deployed. Over 20 IPS-rank officers, along with various Inspectors and SI officers, have also been stationed.
What is Somnath Swabhiman Parv?
It is noteworthy that in 1026 CE, Mahmud of Ghazni invaded the Somnath Mahadev Temple. The Somnath Swabhiman Parv has been organized to mark 1000 years since this invasion. Despite repeated attempts to destroy the temple, it stands today as a symbol of faith. Additionally, this year marks 75 years since Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel undertook the restoration of Somnath Temple.