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IN PHOTOS: PM Modi inaugurates Sri Guru Bhairavaikya Mandira in Karnataka's Mandya

Updated On: 15 April, 2026 03:14 PM IST | Tarun Verma

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Sri Guru Bhairavaikya Mandira at Adichunchanagiri Math in Karnataka’s Mandya district. The memorial is dedicated to Balagangadharanatha Mahaswamiji and reflects his legacy of social service. During the visit, Modi also joined H. D. Deve Gowda to release a spiritual book and extended greetings on Rongali Bihu (Pics/PTI)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the inauguration of the Guru Bhairavaikya Mandira of Adichunchanagiri Math. Pic/PTI

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the inauguration of the Guru Bhairavaikya Mandira of Adichunchanagiri Math. Pic/PTI
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Sri Guru Bhairavaikya Mandira at Sri Kshetra Adichunchanagiri on Wednesday in Mandya, Karnataka

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Sri Guru Bhairavaikya Mandira at Sri Kshetra Adichunchanagiri on Wednesday in Mandya, Karnataka

During the visit, the Prime Minister will also jointly release the book titled "Saundarya Lahari and Shiva Mahimna Stotram" along with former Prime Minister HD Deve Gowda Ji

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During the visit, the Prime Minister will also jointly release the book titled "Saundarya Lahari and Shiva Mahimna Stotram" along with former Prime Minister HD Deve Gowda Ji

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot and others during the inauguration of the Guru Bhairavaikya Mandira of Adichunchanagiri Math

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot and others during the inauguration of the Guru Bhairavaikya Mandira of Adichunchanagiri Math

Sri Guru Bhairavaikya Mandira is a memorial dedicated to the revered seer, Sri Sri Sri Dr Balagangadharanatha Mahaswamiji, the 71st Pontiff of Sri Adichunchanagiri Mahasamsthana Math

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Sri Guru Bhairavaikya Mandira is a memorial dedicated to the revered seer, Sri Sri Sri Dr Balagangadharanatha Mahaswamiji, the 71st Pontiff of Sri Adichunchanagiri Mahasamsthana Math

Constructed in the traditional Dravidian architectural style, the Mandira stands as a tribute to the life and legacy of the late seer

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Constructed in the traditional Dravidian architectural style, the Mandira stands as a tribute to the life and legacy of the late seer

Sri Sri Sri Dr Balagangadharanatha Mahaswamiji was widely respected for his lifelong commitment to social service, having established numerous educational institutions and healthcare facilities

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Sri Sri Sri Dr Balagangadharanatha Mahaswamiji was widely respected for his lifelong commitment to social service, having established numerous educational institutions and healthcare facilities

PM Modi also extended greetings on the occasion of Rongali Bihu, the Assamese New Year

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PM Modi also extended greetings on the occasion of Rongali Bihu, the Assamese New Year

Rongali Bihu is one of the most important and sacred festivals of Assam, marking the arrival of spring and the beginning of the agricultural season. It is celebrated with traditional songs, feasts, and community gatherings

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Rongali Bihu is one of the most important and sacred festivals of Assam, marking the arrival of spring and the beginning of the agricultural season. It is celebrated with traditional songs, feasts, and community gatherings

Prime Minister Narendra Modi greets former PM and JD(S) chief H D Deve Gowda during the inauguration

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi greets former PM and JD(S) chief H D Deve Gowda during the inauguration

Prime Minister Narendra Modi being felicitated during the inauguration of the Guru Bhairavaikya Mandira of Adichunchanagiri Math

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi being felicitated during the inauguration of the Guru Bhairavaikya Mandira of Adichunchanagiri Math

The Mandira is a memorial dedicated to the revered seer, Sri Balagangadharanatha Mahaswami, the 71st Pontiff of the Math, revered by the dominant Vokkaliga community

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The Mandira is a memorial dedicated to the revered seer, Sri Balagangadharanatha Mahaswami, the 71st Pontiff of the Math, revered by the dominant Vokkaliga community

PM Modi addresses Mandya gathering, highlights India’s civilisational legacy and welfare initiatives

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PM Modi addresses Mandya gathering, highlights India’s civilisational legacy and welfare initiatives

Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacts with the gathering during the inauguration ceremony of Guru Bhairavaikya Mandira in Mandya district, Karnataka.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacts with the gathering during the inauguration ceremony of Guru Bhairavaikya Mandira in Mandya district, Karnataka.

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