PM Modi Explains Details Of Konark Wheel To US Prez Joe Biden – WATCH

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday, September 9 greeted United States President Joe Biden at Bharat Mandapan in New Delhi ahead of the G20 Summit.

While the meeting of two tallest leaders in the world grabbed lot of eyeballs, the centre of attraction was also Odisha’s Konark wheel placed in the background.

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Notably, Konark Wheel displays ’32 essential yoga asans’ – curated from the late 17^th century text of the Gheranda Samhita. PM Modi was seen explaining the details of the Konark wheel to the United States president Joe Biden.

Watch the video.

About Konark Wheel:

Konark Wheel was built during the 13^th century under the reign of King Narasimhadeva-I. The Wheel with 24 spokes is also adapted into India’s National Flag and embodies ancient wisdom, advanced civilisation and architectural excellence.

The rotating motion of the wheel symbolises tie, or the Kalchakra. The Konark Wheel also symbolises the wheel of democracy, reflecting the resilience of democracies ideals, and commitment to progress in society.

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