Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Uttar Pradesh this morning to inaugurate a two-day 'Kabir Mahotsav' at Maghar in Sant Kabir district of of the state. The event is being held to mark the 500th death anniversary of Kabir Das.The festival, organised by the Ministry of Culture, will feature folk music, dance performances, and musical theatre, and artistes from all over the country will participate. Union Minister for Culture Mahesh Sharma and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath will also be in attendance.


"Modi will also visit the Sant Kabir cave and unveil a plaque to mark the laying of foundation stone of the Kabir Academy, which will highlight the great saint's teachings and philosophy. The Prime Minister will offer a  chadar at the mazaar of Kabir," read an official statement. Prime Minister Modi will also address a public rally at Maghar. -- ANI