Behold! The statue of oneness: Adi Shankaracharya's 108-ft statue unveiled in MP
The ‘Statue of Oneness’ depicts Adi Shankaracharya as a 12-year-old boy.
Mandhata hill
The statue has been built on the Mandhata hill in Omkareshwar.
'Statue of Oneness'
Madhya Pradesh CM Shivraj Singh Chauhan performed rituals on the occasion of the inauguration of 108 feet tall statue.
Rs 2,141 crore project
Adi Shankaracharya's statue
The CM taking blessings from Adi Shankaracharya's statue. (Courtesy: Facebook/Shivraj Singh Chouhan)
shankaracharya structure
The structure is supported by a 27-ft lotus petal base. It is designed to last for at least 500 years.
‘Shaiva’ philosophy
Artists from different parts of the country were invited in the event for cultural performances on the ‘Shaiva’ philosophy.
Blend of metals
The statue is made of a blend of metals gathered from the public in 2017-18 for the construction.
'Statue of Oneness'
The 'Statue of Oneness' is among among India’s most awe-inspiring statues.