Prime Minister Narendra Modi has sent a ceremonial chadar to be offered on his behalf at the Ajmer Sharif Dargah during the Urs of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti. The Urs, an annual commemoration of the revered Sufi saint, draws devotees from across the country and the world. The Chadar will be offered at the revered Ajmer Sharif Dargah during the 813th Urs of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti, marking PM Modi’s 11th consecutive offering since assuming office in 2014.
Symbol of devotion and respect
The ceremonial offering chadar placed at the shrine of Khwaja Gharib Nawaz (Mazar-e-Akhdas) is a symbol of devotion and reverence. During Urs, such sacrifices are considered worship and are believed to bring blessings and fulfill vows.
Historical tradition
Last year, then Union Ministers Smriti Irani and Jamal Siddiqui presented the chadar on behalf of PM Modi and local representatives at the 812th Urs. This year, Union Minister Kiren Rijiju and BJP Minority Front president Jamal Siddiqui will be honored to make offerings at the shrine.
Ajmer Sharif Dargah: A place of Sufi devotion
Dedicated to Sufi saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti, Ajmer Sharif Dargah is one of the most revered spiritual places in India. The annual Urs celebrates the death of the saint and attracts millions of people from India and abroad.
The 813th Urs began on December 28, 2024, with rituals and ceremonies that will continue through the festival. Devotees from all over the world converge at this shrine to seek blessings and participate in spiritual festivals.
PM Modi’s consistent participation through the Chadar offering reflects his respect for India’s diverse spiritual traditions and his recognition of the inclusive values upheld by Sufi saints like Khwaja Gharib Nawaz.
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