True spirituality lies not merely in worship but in serving the needy and working for the welfare of society
Governor and First Lady Mitra Ghosh participate in the annual Yagya Sangam and Bhandara at Tikana Sant Baba Sanwal Shah Ashram
*The Saint Tradition Has Always Shown Society the Path of Love, Compassion and Humanity: Governor Prof. Ashim Kumar Ghosh
Chandigarh, October 25: Haryana Governor Prof. Ashim Kumar Ghosh said that India’s rich tradition of saints has always guided society towards love, compassion, harmony and humanity. The teachings and philosophy of saints remind us that true spirituality is not confined to worship but is reflected in selfless service to the needy, mutual respect and the welfare of society.
The Governor was addressing devotees, saints and organizers on the occasion of the annual Yagya Sangam and Bhandara, organized in memory of Baba Premdas at Tikana Sant Baba Sanwal Shah Ashram in Rohtak on Sunday. The First Lady of Haryana, Smt. Mitra Ghosh, was also present on the occasion.
Addressing the gathering, Prof. Ghosh said that a Yagya is a sacred expression of India’s ancient cultural heritage and conveys the message of sacrifice, dedication and public welfare. A Bhandara, meanwhile, promotes the values of service, equality and brotherhood, bringing people from all walks of life together and strengthening social harmony.
The Governor emphasized the importance of incorporating the timeless teachings of saints into daily life, particularly in the present times. He said that the younger generation must be connected with moral values and cultural traditions to strengthen the spirit of love, harmony and mutual cooperation in society.
Prof. Ghosh extended his heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to the Ashram management and devotees for organizing the religious and spiritual gathering. He called upon everyone to work towards building a society in which service becomes a guiding principle, humanity remains the highest value, and mutual harmony forms the foundation of collective life.
The First Lady of Haryana, Smt Mitra Ghosh, also addressed the gathering and conveyed her best wishes to those present. Emphasizing the importance of faith and devotion, she said that remembering God and seeking His blessings provide guidance and strength in life. She said, “Lord Banke Bihari is our protector and always takes care of us. Progress in life is possible with God’s grace and blessings. We should continue moving forward with faith in Him, as His grace always guides us.” She extended her heartfelt greetings and best wishes to all devotees and citizens present on the occasion.
Mahant Raghavendra Bharti welcomed the Governor, the First Lady, the saints, administrative officials and other distinguished guests. He appreciated the Haryana Red Cross Society for its continued selfless service to humanity and its welfare initiatives across the state. He also highlighted the drug de-addiction campaign being undertaken by the Ashram with the support of revered saints. Referring to a rally organized in Panipat, he said that it had received an encouraging response, with more than 5,000 people participating. He appealed to all sections of society to extend their continued support to efforts aimed at combating drug abuse and promoting social service.
Among those present on the occasion were Swami Raghavendra Bharti, Baba Madan Shah, Swami Shankaracharya, Baba Sukha Shah, Baba Gaurav, Baba Harpal, Ramsukh Maharaj, Swami Arvind, Paramananda Maharaj, Baba Karnapuri, Gulshan Dua, BJP leader Amarjeet Singh, industrialist Rajesh Jain, Haryana Red Cross Society Vice-Chairman Ankush Miglani, Superintendent of Police Gaurav Rajpurohit, District Development and Panchayat Officer Rajpal Chahal, District Revenue Officer Sushil Kumar and other dignitaries.
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Protecting Youth from Drug Abuse Is Essential to Realizing the Dream of a Developed India: Governor*
*Prof Ashim Kumar Ghosh Flags off anti-drug awareness rally at MDU; calls for making a drug-free India a mass movement to achieve Prime Minister Modi’s vision of Viksit Bharat @ 2047*
Chandigarh, October 25 - Protecting the youth from drug abuse and engaging them in nation-building are essential to realizing Prime Minister Sh Narendra Modi’s vision of a developed India by 2047. Drug abuse poses a serious threat to society, and combating this menace requires collective efforts by teachers, students and all sections of society. The creation of a drug-free India must become a mass movement. This was stated by Haryana Governor and Chancellor of Maharshi Dayanand University (MDU), Rothak Prof. Ashim Kumar Ghosh, while flagging off an anti-drug awareness rally organized by the NSS Cell at MDU, Rohtak, on Sunday.
Prof. Ashim Kumar Ghosh said that the goal of a developed India could be achieved only when the country’s youth are healthy, aware and free from drug abuse. The energy, talent and potential of young people must be channelled towards nation-building and the overall development of the country. He emphasized the need to create awareness about the harmful effects of drug abuse and encourage young people to actively engage with social issues. Haryana’s First Lady, Smt. Mitra Ghosh, also graced the occasion.
A total of 172 outstanding NSS volunteers from nine states - Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Odisha, Madhya Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab and Haryana -participated in the rally. The volunteers are attending the National Integration Camp at MDU and, dressed in their traditional attire, conveyed a strong message against drug abuse while promoting awareness and social responsibility.
MDU Vice-Chancellor Prof. Milap Poonia underscored the importance of collective efforts to create a drug-free environment for a healthy society. NSS Programme Coordinator Prof. Savita Rathi, in her welcome address, briefed the gathering about the National Integration Camp. The proceedings were conducted by Prof. Divya Malhan.
Among those present on the occasion were Prof. Randeep Rana, Dean, Academic Affairs; Prof. Sandeep Bansal, Registrar; Mrs. Rakhi Bansal, Dean, College Development Council; Prof. Rajesh Poonia, Dean, Students’ Welfare; Prof. Sapna Garg, Director, Sports; Kultaj Singh, Director, Campus Forestry; Prof. Surendra Yadav, Director, Youth Welfare; Dr. Pratap Rathi, Faculty House In-charge Dr. Sanjeev Kumar; and NSS Deputy Director Prof. Anju Panwar, along with NSS Programme Officers, volunteers and their in-charges.