"Guruvayur Temple is divine and magnificent," writes PM Modi while glimpses of him offering prayers in Kerala establish exactly why

Following his visit to the Guruvayur temple in Kerala's Thrissur, PM Narendra Modi posted enthralling pictures from his visit to the famous temple. 

Right from scenic coastal beauty of the state to his interactions with officials upon landing in Kochi during which he was dressed in traditional attire of the state, to him walking in the temple in the local garb to the him performing the 'thulabharam' ritual in the temple, the Prime Minister gave a glimpse of the serene beauty of his visit to the state.

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PM Modi embraced the state's cultural ethos through his attire and the activities he chose to do in Kerala.

Dressed in hues of white from top to bottom, at the temple, PM Modi performed 'thulabharam' - an act of weighing oneself against a particular article, ranging from flowers to eatables, and donating it. However, even after performing the rituals PM Modi decided to stick to Kerala's traditional clothing, a change from his usual kurta and taut and churidaars. While addressing BJP workers, the leader opted for the same cream half-sleeved shirt and white 'mundu' and also had a 'angavastram' with red and green borders on his left shoulder. PM Modi gave out a clear message of affection for the state by choosing the attire, however, he didn't solely depend on his sartorial choices.

While addressing BJP workers of the state, where his party drew a blank in Lok Sabha polls, PM Modi said, "Those who made us win are ours, those who did not make us win are also ours. Kerala is as much mine as is Varanasi."

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