Prime Minister Narendra Modi has continued his tradition of sending a 'Chadar' to the Ajmer Sharif Dargah for the Urs of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti. On Thursday, he presented the Chadar to Kiren Rijiju, Minister of Parliamentary Affairs and Minority Affairs, and Jamal Siddiqui, President of BJP Minority Morcha. This marks the 11th time PM Modi has participated in this tradition since taking office.
The Chadar will be offered at the shrine on behalf of the Prime Minister, symbolizing devotion and respect. The Ajmer Sharif Dargah is a revered Sufi shrine in India, attracting millions of devotees annually for the Urs festival, which commemorates the death anniversary of Khwaja Moinuddin Hassan Chishty. The 813th Urs began on December 28, 2024, and is celebrated with great reverence.
In a post on X, Kiren Rijiju expressed that this gesture by PM Modi reflects his deep respect for India's spiritual heritage and the message of harmony and compassion. Last year, the Chadar was presented by then Union Minister Smriti Irani and Jamal Siddiqui, along with a delegation representing the Muslim community.
A 'Chadar' is a large piece of cloth, often beautifully embroidered, that is offered at religious shrines as a mark of respect and devotion.
Urs is a festival celebrated to commemorate the death anniversary of a Sufi saint. It is a time when devotees gather to pay their respects and seek blessings.
Ajmer Sharif Dargah is a famous Sufi shrine located in Ajmer, Rajasthan, India. It is dedicated to Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti, a revered Sufi saint.
Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti was a famous Sufi saint who spread the message of love and peace. He is highly respected by people of various faiths in India.
Kiren Rijiju is an Indian politician who has held various positions in the government. He is known for his work in different ministries.
Jamal Siddiqui is a person who was involved in the presentation of the Chadar, symbolizing the respect and devotion towards the Sufi saint.
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