IEP Chandigarh, January 9
Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal who is also the Chairman of Haryana Sahitya and Sanskriti Academy said that the thoughts of saints and great personalities have always advocated social harmony and humanism since ancient times. Such great personalities should not be associated with any particular group or community.
Acknowledging the same, the state government has initiated the Sant-Mahapurush Samman evam Vichar Prachar Prasar Yojana, celebrating the birth anniversaries and commemoration days of great personalities at the government level, so that the younger generation can draw inspiration for the welfare of society from the life stories of these great saints and personalities, said Sh. Manohar Lal, as he addressed the writers present after launching the book titled ‘Dr. B.R. Ambedkar: Life and Thought’ by Dr. Krishna Gopal, at his residence Sant Kabir Kutir here today. The book has been published by Haryana Sahitya and Sanskriti Academy.
Sh. Manohar Lal emphasized that literature reflects society, and writers play a significant role in society. A writer, through their words and thoughts, can bring positive changes in society. Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, throughout his life, worked towards social harmony, unity, and prosperity for all sections of society. The book written on his life will undoubtedly inspire the youth to progress in a positive direction, he said.
The Chief Minister said that the thoughts and ideas of Dr. Ambedkar, which contributed significantly to the drafting of the country’s constitution, are the reason why today, the marginalized, oppressed, and needy citizens are enjoying their rights. Dr. Ambedkar’s ideas were not for any specific group in society; he was a strong advocate of social harmony. His contribution cannot be forgotten, as he focused on bringing upliftment to the last person standing at the end of the social hierarchy, said Sh. Manohar Lal.
He further said that a writer, through ancient research, discovers personalities that are not widely known in society. Recently, the state government celebrated Jhalkari Bai’s birth anniversary under the Sant-Mahapurush Samman evam Vichar Prachar Prasar scheme, who was the commander of Rani Lakshmibai’s women’s army.
Director, Haryana Sahitya Academy and Vice Chairman and Director, Haryana Urdu Academy, Dr. Chander Trikha, Executive Vice President Prof. Kuldeep Chand Agnihotri, Political Advisor to Chief Minister, Sh. Bharat Bhushan Bharati and Other literary figures also remained present on this occasion.
