Gandhinagar : Chief minister Bhupendra Patel on Thursday sought the blessings of Jagadguru Shankaracharya Sri Shankara Vijayendra Saraswati, the 70th ‘Peethadhikari’ of Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham, during his visit to Gota in Ahmedabad.
Following the death of his predecessor Jayendra Saraswati, Shankara Vijayendra Saraswati became the 70th head of Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham on Feb 28, 2018. You Can Also Check: Gold Rate in Ahmedabad | Silver Rate in Ahmedabad | Bank Holidays in Ahmedabad | Public Holidays in Ahmedabad | Ahmedabad AQI | Weather in Ahmedabad | Petrol Price in Ahmedabad | Diesel Price in Ahmedabad | CNG Price in Ahmedabad | LPG Price in Ahmedabad Stay updated with the latest Ahmedabad news.
Patel participated in a ritual held in the presence of the Shankaracharya, an official statement said. The statement said Kanchipuram-based Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham had played a significant role in preserving and promoting India’s ‘Sanatan traditions’ and Vedic culture. Former state minister Bhupendrasinh Chudasama, senior BJP leader Maya Kodnani and others were present on the occasion. Download the TOI App.