MADURAI (Tamil Nadu), Mar 1: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday visited the Arulmigu Subrahmanya Swamy temple at Tirupparankundram near here amidst tight security arrangements.
The PM, who arrived at around 4.15 pm, was accorded “purna-kumbha” honours by the temple administration.
Clad in dhoti, kurta and adorned with a shawl, the Prime Minister went around the temple and later offered his worship.
Later, on his official social media account, Modi said, “Vetrivel Muruganuku Arogara !!. (A Tamil chant that says victory to the spear (vetrivel) of Lord Muruga”.
“Prayed at the Arulmigu Subramaniaswamy Temple, Thirupparankundram, Madurai,” the PM said in his official social media account.
Modi was accompanied by Governor R N Ravi, Union Minister L Murugan and BJP state chief Nainar Nagenthran.
“Sought blessings for peace, prosperity and the well-being of all. May Lord Murugan always guide us with strength, courage and wisdom,” Modi said and shared some images of his visit to the temple.
Modi’s visit to the shrine follows a controversy last year over lighting of lamp on the “deepathoon” (pillar) on the hilltop with the matter reaching the court.
The court ruled in favour of the devotees’ right to light the lamp at the “deepathoon.” ()PTI)
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