PM Modi Visits Telangana's Sri Raja Rajeshwara Swamy Temple. Know Significance Of THIS Shrine Of Religious Tolerance

Before starting his electoral journey in Telangana for Lok Sabha Elections, Prime Minister Modi sought blessings by offering prayers at Sri Raja Rajeshwara Swamy Temple in Karimnagar.

Popularly referred to as 'Dakshina Kasi' or the Southern Banaras, the temple complex also houses two Vaishnava temples

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi commenced his Lok Sabha campaign in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh with a visit to the Sri Raja Rajeshwara Swamy Temple in Karimnagar, Telangana, on Wednesday. Offering prayers at the revered temple, Prime Minister Modi sought blessings before embarking on his electoral journey in the southern states.

According to ANI, Prime Minister Narendra Modi offers prayers at Sri Raja Rajeshwara Swamy Devasthanam in Vemulawada, Karimnagar district.

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Following his visit to the temple, Prime Minister Modi addressed a public gathering in Karimnagar at 10 a.m., setting the tone for his campaign in the region. Subsequently, he proceeded to Warangal for another address at noon, engaging with the electorate on key issues and garnering support for his party.

On Wednesday, Prime Minister Modi's campaign trail will be extended to Andhra Pradesh where he is set to address a public meeting in Rajampet at 3:45 p.m and hold a roadshow in Vijayawada at around 7 p.m.

Significance Of Sri Raja Rajeshwara Swamy Temple

The Sri Raja Rajeshwara Swamy Devasthanam, nestled in the quaint village of Vemulawada in Karimnagar District of Telangana stands as a venerable symbol of devotion and spirituality. This ancient Shiva temple is dedicated to Lord Raja Rajeshwara in the form of the 'Neela Lohitha Siva Lingam'.

The presiding deity of Lord Raja Rajeshwara is revered for fulfilling the heartfelt wishes of pilgrims who flock to seek solace and blessings.

Popularly referred to as 'Dakshina Kasi' or the Southern Banaras, the temple complex also houses two Vaishnava temples, namely the Sri Anantha Padmanabha Swamy Temple and the Sri Seetharama Chandra Swamy Temple. Sri Anantha Padmanabha Swamy, the guardian deity of the temple, oversees both Shaivite and Vaishnavite festivities.

Beyond its religious significance, the temple embodies a profound message of religious tolerance and harmony, as evidenced by the presence of a Dargah within its sacred precincts.