VARANASI, May 12 -- Describing the history of Sanatan Dharma as glorious, chief minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday said that numerous foreign invaders, including Muhammad Ghori, attempted to obliterate "our spiritual and cultural identity" but failed to break the spirit of India.

The chief minister made these remarks while addressing a gathering during the 'Somnath Sankalp Mahotsav' held on the Kashi Vishwanath temple premises. Adityanath, accompanied by governor Anandiben Patel, participated in the programme which was held as part of the 'Somnath Swabhiman Parv' (Somnath Self-Respect Festival). The event was organised at the Tryambakeshwar Multipurpose Hall at the Kashi Vishwanath Dham.

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