Chandigarh, 2 August – Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini, on Saturday released the Punjabi translation of the ‘Balkand’ from the Ramayana composed by Maharishi Valmiki. This ‘Balkand’ beautifully narrates the childhood ‘leelas’ of Lord Rama.
The Chief Minister thanked the Saptasindhu Valmiki Study Centre and the Haryana Sahitya and Sanskriti Academy for their contribution in accomplishing this significant task. He said that their efforts have gifted society an invaluable cultural treasure, making this day both spiritually enriching and historically important.
The Chief Minister also recalled that on August 5, 2020, Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi took part in the Bhoomi Pujan ceremony for the Shri Ram Lalla Mandir. Crores of Lord Rama devotees across the world felt proud and honoured on that day. The Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi had described the temple as a modern symbol of India’s culture, inspiring faith, devotion, and determination for generations to come.
He emphasised that translating the ‘Balkand’ of the Ramayana into Punjabi will strengthen cultural harmony and have a lasting positive impact. It will serve as a source of inspiration for people from all walks of life. On this occasion, the Chief Minister presented copies of the translated ‘Balkand’ to all attendees.
OSD to Chief Minister, Sh. Bharat Bhushan Bharti, Executive Vice President, Haryana Sahitya and Sanskriti Academy Dr. Kuldeep Chand Agnihotri, saints, and other dignitaries also attended the event.
