Shakti Sthal Explained

Shakti Sthal is a memorial in Raj Ghat, New Delhi, India, marking the cremation site of Indira Gandhi.[1] Politicians of the Indian National Congress traditionally visit the monument to pay tributes.[2] [3] [4]

Description

The site is marked by a large monolithic rock of iron ore, symbolizing the title "iron lady of India".[5] The rock was sourced from one of the mines in Sundergarh district, Odisha.

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: Shakti Sthal in Delhi Delhi Shakti Sthal. 2021-11-03. Delhi Tourism.
  2. Web site: Ani . Rahul Gandhi pays floral tribute to Indira Gandhi at Shakti Sthal on her 37th death anniversary. 2021-11-04. The Economic Times.
  3. Web site: Watch: Congress leaders pay tribute to Indira Gandhi on her 37th death anniversary at Shakti Sthal News - Times of India Videos. 2021-11-04. The Times of India. en.
  4. Web site: 2019-11-19. Indira Gandhi birth anniversary: Sonia, Manmohan, Pranab pay tributes to ex-PM at Shakti Sthal. 2021-11-04. The Financial Express. en-US.
  5. Web site: Mohanty . Rajesh . Indira's rock solid Odisha link - Stone that projects ex-PM as lady with iron will sourced from Sundergarh . 2023-05-27 . www.telegraphindia.com . en.

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