Mandya, April 15 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday addressed a gathering in Mandya during his official visit to Karnataka, where he highlighted India's civilisational continuity, praised the spiritual heritage of Sri Adichunchanagiri Mahasamsthana Math, and underlined the government's welfare initiatives.

Addressing the event, PM Modi said, "Visiting and worshipping at Shri Kaal Bhairav Temple, witnessing the inauguration of Shri Guru Bhairavaiakya Temple... these experiences will always remain with me. I consider it my good fortune that I got the opportunity to come among all of you."

Emphasising India's ancient cultural strength, he said, "India is a vibrant civilization that has been thriving for thousands of years," addin...