Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said that he felt honoured for getting the opportunity to perform ‘bhoomipujan’ (ground breaking ritual) for a grand statue and memorial of Chhatrapati Shivaji during his day-long visit to Maharashtra.
In a tweet, Modi said: “I am honoured to be getting the opportunity to perform the Bhoomipujan of Shiv Smarak.”
“Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj is a torchbearer of courage, bravery and good governance. Shiv Smarak is a fitting tribute to him and his greatness,” Modi said.
Modi arrived in Mumbai at 12.30 p.m. and was received by Maharashtra Governor C. Vidyasagar Rao. He was expected to perform the ‘bhoomipujan’ at 3 p.m.
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