Chandigarh : Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Monday mentioned that pilgrimages function a robust medium for strengthening social concord and preserving Indias wealthy cultural traditions. Such journeys join the youthful era with their roots, values and civilisational heritage. Pilgrims return from sacred journeys with renewed vitality, inspiration and religious awakening, he mentioned.
The Chief Minister was addressing a gathering after flagging off a particular practice from Kurukshetra to Somnath carrying greater than 1,100 devotees. He honoured saints and religious leaders by presenting them with ceremonial shawls, a launch mentioned.
Saini mentioned that Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who has been main the nation since 2014, has supplied a brand new path to Indias improvement journey. Referring to the pilgrimage being undertaken by senior residents, he mentioned the chance being supplied to them to undertake a snug journey to Somnath was a blessing and a mirrored image of the Prime Ministers dedication in direction of their welfare.
The Chief Minister mentioned that, conserving in view the importance of pilgrimage centres, unprecedented efforts are being undertaken underneath the management of PM Modi for the preservation and promotion of Indias non secular and cultural heritage. A number of sacred websites have been restored and rejuvenated in recent times. The nation witnessed the historic inauguration of the Ram Mandir, whereas the grand redevelopment of Kashi Vishwanath Dham has restored the traditional glory of Kashi, he mentioned.
The Chief Minister additional mentioned that by the event of pilgrimage locations throughout the nation, the Char Dham Undertaking, the PRASAD Scheme and initiatives geared toward preserving Indias cultural heritage, the nation is reconnecting with its civilisational roots. This, he mentioned, is a defining interval in New India the place improvement and heritage are progressing collectively.
The Chief Minister mentioned that the world right this moment faces quite a few challenges and uncertainties. Nonetheless, Indias Sanatan tradition continues to supply the values of steadiness, compassion and humanity. He mentioned Lord Shiva will not be merely the deity of destruction however the embodiment of renewal and creation. Lord Shiva teaches that one can soak up poison and nonetheless provide nectar to society, remodeling adversity into power for the welfare of others.
