Ujjain, April 3 -- Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Friday described Ujjain-Avantika as a city that embodies the essence of Indian civilisation, blending science, culture, literature, and spirituality. He made the remarks while addressing the International Conference "Mahakala: The Master of Time", which was also attended by Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav.

Speaking at the event, Pradhan said, "We are all present in Ujjain-Avantika, the city of one civilisation. In India, whatever spiritual sites, temples, or places of tradition we see today, we generally view them from a religious perspective. When we go to those places, study them deeply, read their history, and review their civilisation and character, we get to know that...