PM Modi Chairs Somnath Trust Meeting, Reviews Temple Complex Upgrade Plan

This special report focuses on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Gujarat, where he chaired a meeting of the Sri Somnath Trust to review plans for upgrading the historic temple complex. The discussion highlights the economic impact of such religious and cultural projects, citing the Ram temple's significant revenue generation. A key point raised is how temple development is linked to a 'moment of national reawakening'. The report delves into the debate on reframing Indian history, with a speaker asking, 'Were we looking at our own history from, from an invader's point of view and not from the point of view of the sons and daughters of this soil?'. The narrative connects the restoration of heritage sites like Somnath to strengthening civilisational foundations, national pride, and correcting historical perspectives that were allegedly taught in a selective manner.