Chandigarh, 14.10.26- : The poetry collection Atharvaveda Manjari, authored by senior litterateur, educationist, journalist and social worker Dr Vinod Kumar Sharma, was released at Arya Samaj Bhawan, Sector 7-B, Chandigarh. The event was jointly organised by Akhil Bharatiya Sahitya Parishad, Panchkula Unit, Samvad Sahitya Manch, Chandigarh, and Shrimati Sikandra Devi Foundation.
Dr Ravindra Talwar, Secretary, DAV College Managing Committee, New Delhi, was the chief guest. Presiding over the function, senior litterateur Prem Vij appreciated Dr Sharma’s contribution to Vedic literature and Indian cultural values.
Dr Talwar said that the Vedas offer timeless wisdom and inspire people to lead purposeful lives. He observed that poetry collections like *Atharvaveda Manjari* help connect ancient knowledge with the younger generation.
Special guests Dr Santosh Garg and Prakash Chandra Sharma highlighted the importance of preserving and promoting Vedic literature. Poets R.K. Bhagat and Dr Sangeeta Sharma Kundra ‘Geet’ also shared their views on Indian culture, moral values and spiritual awareness.
Dr Vinod Kumar Sharma thanked the guests, organisers and literary enthusiasts, stating that his literary mission is to spread Vedic wisdom and promote truth, good conduct, self-realisation, duty and public welfare. Vishav Arya Samaj president Ashok Arya, social worker Raj Vij and Maharishi Dayanand Public School manager Dr Anju Moudgil, among others, were present.