In his first post-election results visit on Tuesday, PM Modi engaged with 50,000 farmers at a conference. Additionally, he released the 17th installment of the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi, totaling 20,000 crore rupees. Prime Minister also distributed certificates to over 30,000 self-help groups trained as agricultural assistants.
PM Modi's visit to Varanasi isn't only for the farmers' conference but also marks his grateful acknowledgment after securing a consecutive third-term victory in the Lok Sabha elections. Residents of Varanasi extended a warm welcome to PM Modi, matching their enthusiasm with unprecedented joy. During this visit, PM Modi also seeks blessings through worshipping at the famous Kashi Vishwanath Temple after performing the Ganga Aarti ritual.
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- Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Governor Anandiben Patel were also present at the ghat alongside PM Modi.
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- A large crowd gathered to witness the Ganga Aarti, cheering and welcoming PM Modi with chants.
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- After the completion of the Ganga Aarti, the gathered locals chanted 'Bharat Mata Ki Jai' to greet PM Modi.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reached Dashashwamedh Ghat where he is performing the Ganga Aarti, before proceeding to the Kashi Vishwanath Temple for a worship ceremony.
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- Along with PM Modi, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath is also present and participating in the Ganga Aarti.
Expressing Gratitude in Regional Language
Prior to this, PM Modi, addressing a convention, said, "This is my first visit to Varanasi after the elections, greeting the people of Kashi. I feel blessed by the people of Kashi. Even the Sun God has started pouring a little coolness, as if Mother Ganga has embraced me; I have become one with this place. Our government is committed to making the lives of our farmer brothers and sisters easier. Releasing the 17th installment of the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi from the sacred land of Kashi fills me with pride.
