MANDYA – Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi visited Karnataka on Wednesday to inaugurate the Sri Guru Bhairavaikya Mandira at the Sri Adichunchanagiri Mahasamsthana Math. The visit highlighted the country’s deep spiritual heritage and the Math’s long-standing tradition of societal service.
Describing the new Mandira as a tribute to India’s “timeless spiritual ethos,” the Prime Minister emphasized the role of such sacred spaces in preserving wisdom and traditions of service.
Spiritual Glimpses and Homage
During his time at the Math, the Prime Minister participated in several significant rituals and visits:
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Prayers at Jwala Peetha: Shri Modi visited the Jwala Peetha and offered prayers at the Sri Kalabhairava Temple, seeking blessings for the nation.
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Tribute to Dr. Balagangadharanatha Swamiji: The PM paid rich tributes to the late His Holiness Jagadguru Sri Sri Sri Dr. Balagangadharanatha Mahaswamiji, calling him a “beacon of spirituality and service.”
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Global Impact: He lauded the Mahaswamiji’s efforts in societal empowerment, noting that his work has touched millions of lives globally.
Message of Empowerment
Sharing glimpses of the visit on social media, the Prime Minister remarked that the Sri Adichunchanagiri Mahasamsthana Math continues to be a vital center for spiritual and social upliftment. The inauguration of the Bhairavaikya Mandira marks a new chapter in the Math’s history, reinforcing its commitment to the enduring values of the land.
The visit is seen as a significant engagement with the influential Vokkaliga community’s spiritual center, blending religious devotion with a recognition of the Math’s extensive work in education and healthcare across Karnataka.
