Somnath Swabhiman Yatra–2026: CM Mohan Majhi flags off train

Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi officially flagged off the Somnath Swabhiman Parv Yatra from Bhubaneswar Railway Station.

More than 1,000 devotees from Odisha commenced their journey aboard the service to visit the Somnath Jyotirlinga in Gujarat.

In addition to this journey, several yatras and state and regional events are being organised across the country to celebrate this historic occasion. The Ministry of Culture has launched a special campaign titled ‘Chalo Chalein Somnath’ to encourage people to participate in these events and connect with India’s spiritual, historical, and cultural heritage.

This yatra has been organised to commemorate 1000 years of the unwavering faith & devotion of Somnath.

The Ministry of Culture is organising year-long programs at both the district and state levels, as well as at the 12 Jyotirlingas across the country, to mark this significant occasion. These initiatives aim to reconnect contemporary society, especially the youth, with deeper aspects of our heritage through curated cultural, spiritual, and educational engagements.