Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday will take part in various programmes in the state of Karnataka, including a visit to Sree Siddaganga Mutt in Tumakuru.
PM Modi's Tumakuru visit is part of his two-day visit to Karnataka from January 2-3.
During the Siddaganga Mutt visit, Modi is slated to unveil a plaque to mark the laying of the foundation stone for a memorial museum of Shri Shri Shivakumar Swamiji.
Earlier, a PMO release said that the Prime Minister will offer prayers and also plant a sapling at the Mutt.
Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa and other dignitaries including Siddalingeshwara Swamy will be present on the occasion. The Prime Minister will also address the gathering.