PM Modi Visits Historic Thanthania Kalibari Temple in Kolkata
In Pics | PM Modi Offers Prayers At 300-Year-Old Kolkata Kalibari Famous For Non-Veg Prasad
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On Sunday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the Thanthania Kalibari temple in Kolkata, West Bengal, offering prayers at the 300-year-old shrine dedicated to Goddess Siddheshwari. Known for its tradition of serving non-vegetarian prasad, the temple is one of the few in India with such a practice.
- 01Prime Minister Modi visited the Thanthania Kalibari temple in Kolkata.
- 02The temple is dedicated to Goddess Siddheshwari and was established in 1703.
- 03It is known for its unique tradition of offering non-vegetarian prasad.
- 04PM Modi also prayed to Lord Shiva during his visit.
- 05The presiding deity is believed to be ever-awake and attentive to prayers.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi offered prayers at the Thanthania Kalibari temple in Kolkata, West Bengal, on Sunday. This historic temple, established in 1703, is dedicated to Goddess Siddheshwari and is renowned for its tradition of offering non-vegetarian prasad to devotees, making it one of the few temples in India with such a practice. During his visit, PM Modi also prayed to Lord Shiva, highlighting the temple's significance in the local culture. The presiding deity is regarded as 'Jagrat,' meaning ever-awake and attentive to the prayers of devotees. Images from the visit were shared by PM Modi on social media.
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The visit of PM Modi to the temple highlights its cultural significance, potentially boosting local tourism and interest in the unique traditions of Kolkata.
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