PM Modi Lays Foundation Stone of Shri Kalki Dham Temple in UP’s Sambhal
Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Uttar Pradesh on February 19, 2024, for a day-long program. During his visit, he laid the foundation stone for the Shri Kalki Dham Temple in the Sambhal district. The temple is being constructed under the auspices of the Shri Kalki Dham Nirman Trust, led by Chairman Acharya Pramod Krishnam.
Unveiling the Model and Addressing the Gathering
The inauguration ceremony took place around 10:30 AM and was attended by prominent saints, religious leaders, and dignitaries. Prime Minister Modi unveiled the model of the Shri Kalki Dham Temple and addressed the gathering, highlighting the temple’s cultural and spiritual significance.
Significance of the Temple
The Shri Kalki Dham Temple holds immense value for devotees of Kalki, the tenth avatar of Vishnu believed to appear at the end of Kali Yuga to restore dharma. The construction of this temple is expected to attract a significant number of pilgrims and further promote religious tourism in the region.
Additional Information
The visit also included the launch of 14,000 projects across Uttar Pradesh, collectively valued at over Rs 10 lakh crore. This initiative aims to foster development and prosperity in the state.
Prime Minister Modi’s participation in the foundation stone laying ceremony underscores the importance the government places on cultural and religious heritage. The construction of the Shri Kalki Dham Temple is expected to be a significant addition to the spiritual landscape of Uttar Pradesh.
F&Q
Who laid the foundation stone of the Shri Kalki Dham Temple?
- A) Acharya Pramod Krishnam
- B) Prime Minister Narendra Modi
- C) President of India
- D) Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh
2. In which district of Uttar Pradesh is the Shri Kalki Dham Temple being built?
- A) Lucknow
- B) Varanasi
- C) Sambhal
- D) Agra
3. What is the significance of the Shri Kalki Dham Temple?
- A) Dedicated to Lord Shiva
- B) Dedicated to Lord Kalki, the tenth avatar of Vishnu
- C) A historical monument
- D) A scientific research center
4. What other event did Prime Minister Modi participate in during his visit to Uttar Pradesh?
- A) Inauguration of a new hospital
- B) Launch of development projects worth Rs 10 lakh crore
- C) Meeting with religious leaders
- D) Attending a cultural event
5. What is the estimated value of the development projects launched by PM Modi in Uttar Pradesh?
- A) Rs 1 crore
- B) Rs 10 crore
- C) Rs 10 lakh crore
- D) Rs 100 crore