Karnal, May 12 -- Haryana chief minister Nayab Singh Saini on Monday said that the Somnath temple is not merely a place of worship but a timeless symbol of India's 'Sanatan' consciousness, unwavering faith and national self-respect that has inspired the nation to rise stronger after every invasion, struggle and adversity.

Addressing the state-level "Somnath Swabhiman Parva" as Chief Guest, organised at the Shree Sangmeshwar Mahadev Temple Arunai in Pehowa, Kurukshetra, the chief minister said the year-long national celebration marking 75 years of the reconstruction of Somnath Temple reflects the spiritual awakening, cultural resurgence and civilisational continuity of India.

During the event, Saini along with the dignitaries present, wa...