Talking about the Modhera Sun Temple, PM Modi said, "In 1026 AD when Somnath was destroyed by Ghazni, the same year, the famous Sun Temple in Modhera, Gujarat, was also attacked and destroyed." The Prime Minister noted that the Modhera Temple had been constructed only a year earlier, in 1025, during the reign of King Bhimdev I.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi mentioned the Modhera Sun Temple in Gujarat during the 138th episode of his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat, which was held on Sunday, September 27, 2026. The historic temple is one of India's notable examples of ancient temple architecture and is dedicated to Surya, the Sun God. He highlighted the thousand-year history of Gujarat's Modhera Sun Temple, recalling its destruction during invasions. Let's take a look at the temple's architecture, cultural significance and history.

PM Modi Mentions Gujarat's Modhera Sun Temple In Mann Ki Baat Programme

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the 138th episode of his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat. He mentioned Gujarat's Somnath Temple and Modhera Sun Temple.

Talking about the Modhera Sun Temple, PM Modi said, "In 1026 AD when Somnath was destroyed by Ghazni, the same year, the famous Sun Temple in Modhera, Gujarat, was also attacked and destroyed." The Prime Minister noted that the Modhera Temple had been constructed only a year earlier, in 1025, during the reign of King Bhimdev I.

Located in Modhera in Gujarat's Mehsana district, the temple was built during the reign of King Bhima I of the Chalukya dynasty in the early 11th century. The monument is now protected by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI).