There is evidence that mindfulness can benefit people’s wellbeing. The problem is that mindfulness coaches, videos, apps and books rarely warn people about the potential adverse effects.

All arrangements, including heavy security, are in place for Modi’s 45-hour stay at the famed, mid-sea memorial, named after the revered Hindu saint.

PM Modi’s post-election spiritual retreats are a tradition. In 2019, he visited Kedarnath; now, he continues with Kanyakumari.

The event, scheduled just after the culmination of the Lok Sabha poll campaign, marks a significant moment as Modi seeks spiritual solace and inspiration from the revered site dedicated to Swami Vivekananda.