PM Modi’s 45-hour meditation at Vivekananda memorial

By Vivek Dubey By Vivek Dubey CNBC-TV18.com CNBC-TV18.com Published May 31, 2024 Published May 31, 2024

Meditation Begins

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Arrival and Worship

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Traditional Attire

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Memorial Reach

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Tributes Paid

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Statue Visit

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Security Measures

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Significant Choice

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Divine Vision

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