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Vedic Clock: A Marvelous Specimen of Ancient Astronomy! Vikramaditya Vedic clock at Kashi Vishwanath also showered with praise from PM Modi

By Samira Vishwas
  • Prime Minister Modi inspected
  • Vedic Chronology
  • Cultural Renaissance

Kashi Vishwanath Vedic Clock 2026 : The legacy of Indian culture, age-old traditions and ancient astronomy is now coming to the world in the form of modern technology. The ‘Vikramaditya Vedic Clock’ has been installed in the world famous Kashi Vishwanath Temple area of ​​Varanasi. This watch is not only a device for telling time, but also a very accurate and scientific symbol of Indian chronology. Recently, on April 29, 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inspected this watch, after which this wonderful initiative has started to be talked about all over the world.

Background and Establishment of Vedic Clock

This unique watch Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr. Designed by Mohan Yadav. Earlier this type of Vedic clock was installed in Mahakaleshwar temple in Ujjain. Kashi Vishwanath Temple now becomes the second largest religious site in the country, after Ujjain, where this clock has been installed. On 3rd April 2026 Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr. The clock was gifted to Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath by Mohan Yadav and was subsequently installed in the Kashi Vishwanath temple premises on 4 April 2026. This clock weighing 700 kg has been installed at Shankaracharya Chowk. Tourists and devotees who come to see this watch are appreciating this treasure of Indian culture.

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How does a Vedic clock work? (Features)

While in modern clocks the day starts from 12 midnight, in this Vedic clock the day starts from sunrise and lasts till sunrise of the next day. This watch is known for the following features:

  • Calculation of 30 Muhurtas: According to Vedic chronology, a day is divided into 30 muhurtas and each muhurta is about 48 minutes long. This watch is based on this method.
  • Almanac and Astronomy: Not only the time, but also all Panchanga information like Tithi, Nakshatra, Yoga, Karana and planetary positions are available in this watch.
  • Local and World Time: It shows Indian Standard Time (IST) and Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) simultaneously. Local Mean Time (LMT) is also displayed.
  • Modern Technology: The watch is connected to the internet and changes every hour on the screen with pictures of different tourist places in the world and weather information (temperature, humidity, wind speed).

A clap of appreciation from Prime Minister Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Kashi Vishwanath Dham on 29 April 2026 and witnessed this Vedic clock. Appreciating the initiative, the Prime Minister said that this clock is a perfect amalgamation of ancient Indian wisdom and modern scientific approach. Through this watch, today’s young generation can connect with the astronomical knowledge of their forefathers.

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Cultural and historical significance

Chronology dating back to the time of Emperor Vikramaditya is considered to be the foundation of Indian astronomy. Since Ujjain was in the center, chronology originated there. By installing this clock in the Kashi Vishwanath temple area, tourists from all over the world are getting acquainted with our ancient Sanatan values. This watch is creating a distinct identity of India not only in India, but globally. This will give a new direction to the study of Indian culture and astronomy.

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Expansion of digital technology

This Vedic clock has also been integrated with digital technology. A special mobile application of Vikramaditya Vedic Clock has also been created, which is available on Google Play Store and Apple App Store. Through this app one can get accurate information of Vedic chronology on his phone. This initiative is spreading India’s traditional scientific heritage globally. Not only character development but also digital outreach has enabled the initiative to reach more than 7.8 million people, which is not less than a record.

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