Prime Minister Modi unveils life-size statue of Swami Vivekanand at JNU Campus

Prime Minister Modi on November 12, 2020, unveiled a life-size statue of Swami Vivekanand via video-conferencing at the campus of Jawahar Lal Nehru University, Delhi. The Education Minister, Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank was also present during the event.

According to the statement released by the central university earlier, the life-size statue of Swami Vivekanand was to be unveiled by PM Modi on November 12. The statue has been installed at the university campus. The unveiling of Swami Vivekanand’s statue was preceded by a programme on him from 5.30 pm.

Prime Minister Modi addressed the crowd via video-conferencing and also shared his thoughts on the teachings of Swami Vivekanand.

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The life-statue of Swami Vivekanand was unveiled by PM Modi virtually.

Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveils a statue of Swami Vivekananda at the JNU campus, via video conferencing pic.twitter.com/awuG4x4Q6c

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The Vice-Chancellor of JNU stated in a statement that Swami Vivekanand has been one of the most beloved spiritual leaders and intellectuals India has been fortunate to have. He always enthused the youth with the message of harmony, peace, freedom, and development of India. Vivekanand always inspired Indian citizens to take pride in Indian culture, civilization, and its industrious spirit.

Prime Minister Modi has always stated that the ideals of Swami Vivekanand are as relevant at the present times as they were during the life of Swami Vivekanand. PM also emphasizes that serving the masses as well as empowering the youth of the nation will strengthen the country mentally, physically, and spiritually and will enhance the global image of the nation.