During Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s historic visit to Croatia, members of the Veda Union welcomed him in Zagreb with sacred Vedic chants, including the Gāyatrī Mantra, Śānti Pāṭha, and few verses from the Sarva Śānti Mantra. PM Modi closed his eyes, joined his palms, bowed his head, and chanted along. After exchanging a few words with Branimir, he joined the group for a photo alongside Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenković.
PM Modi Welcomed With ‘Gayatri Mantra’ In Croatia: What Makes This Sanskrit Verse Powerful?
Adding a unique spiritual dimension to the welcome, a group of Croatian nationals, all dressed in white, joined PM Modi in chanting the Gayatri Mantra, one of the most revered verses in Hinduism. The Sanskrit recitations created a deeply symbolic moment, highlighting Croatia’s respect for Indian culture.
