How Was PM Modi Welcomed in Brasilia with Shiva Tandava Stotram?

Brasilia, July 8 (NationPress) Prime Minister Narendra Modi was greeted with a magnificent reception in Brasilia upon his arrival for a State Visit to Brazil. The Indian diaspora and Brazilian artists collaborated in an extraordinary cultural showcase that featured the powerful Shiva Tandava Stotram intertwined with vibrant Brazilian Samba Reggae rhythms, symbolizing a striking unity in diversity.

Padma Shri Jonas Masetti, a distinguished Vedanta teacher in Brazil, expressed how deeply moving the event was, stating, "It was a very powerful moment, a true blessing for everyone involved. This is a tremendous opportunity to express our deep gratitude to India. The knowledge of Vedanta has been transforming our lives here, not just individually, but reshaping the very fabric of our society. It brings clarity, depth, and meaning to our existence," he remarked.

The performance showcased a unique cultural blend, incorporating Amazonian chants that reveal a surprising resonance between the spiritual traditions of India and Brazil.

Jyoti Kiran Shukla, Director of the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR), shared, "This unique programme is a special gift to the Indian community, a beautiful confluence of our Vedic chants. In Vedic traditions, we have powerful chants like Shiva Tandava and Shroth. Today, we witnessed these combined with Amazonian chants, revealing a fascinating cultural connection between India and Brazil. At the Vivekananda Centre, we are researching the similarities between these chants, their linguistic patterns, meanings, and origins."

Kenlyn, a yoga instructor who observed the performance, expressed her enthusiasm: "I wasn’t one of the performers, but it was truly an honour to watch my fellow students perform and to be part of this incredible opportunity to present for the Prime Minister. I hadn’t met him before, and it was a powerful experience; you could really feel his energy, presence, and genuine care and compassion."

One of the performers, a long-time Vedanta student, commented: "I have been studying Vedanta for about 10 years now with Acharya Jonas Masetti. It’s a great honour to stand before him for the second time and to chant the mantras we have practised daily for so many years. Studying Vedanta has profoundly transformed my life in many ways."

Prime Minister Modi, visibly moved by the vibrant welcome, took to X to express his gratitude: "Landed in Brasilia a short while ago. The Indian community accorded a memorable welcome, once again highlighting how passionate our diaspora is and how connected they remain with their roots."

PM Modi arrived in Brasilia following a “very productive” visit to Rio de Janeiro for the 17th BRICS Summit. He was welcomed at the airport by Brazilian Defence Minister Jose Mucio Monteiro Filho.

During his visit to the Brazilian capital, PM Modi is set to meet President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva to discuss various bilateral matters concerning India-Brazil relations.