Tumakuru, January 2: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday will take part in various programmes in the state of Karnataka, including a visit to Sree Siddaganga Mutt in Tumakuru.

PM Modi's Tumakuru visit is part of his two-day visit to Karnataka from January 2-3. During the Siddaganga Mutt visit, Modi is slated to unveil a plaque to mark the laying of the foundation stone for a memorial museum of Shri Shri Shivakumar Swamiji. PM Narendra Modi Back With 'Pariksha Pe Charcha', Set to Interact with Students, Teachers on Beating Exam Stress on January 20.

Earlier, a PMO release said that the Prime Minister will offer prayers and also plant a sapling at the Mutt. Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa and other dignitaries including Siddalingeshwara Swamy will be present on the occasion. The Prime Minister will also address the gathering.

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