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VP Radhakrishnan: Meditation Can Solve Global Challenges, Foster Peace

Vice-President C.P. Radhakrishnan addressed the Global Conference of Meditation Leaders, asserting that meditation can resolve contemporary world challenges by bringing peace and clarity. He linked mental well-being to the 'Viksit Bharat@2047' vision, emphasizing meditation's role in reducing stress and improving focus. The VP highlighted meditation as a crucial tool for addressing youth drug addiction by helping overcome stress and anxiety. He also recalled the teachings of sage Thirumoolar, describing meditation as an inner lamp that dispels ignorance and leads to truth.

Key Points: VP: Meditation Key to Solving World Issues, Building Viksit Bharat

  • Meditation fosters peace & clarity for global solutions
  • Essential for mental well-being in Viksit Bharat vision
  • Powerful tool to combat youth drug addiction
  • Transforms individuals, not just for spiritual seekers
  • Counters material pursuit with meaningful living
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Meditation can help find solutions to global challenges: V-P Radhakrishnan

Vice-President C.P. Radhakrishnan advocates meditation for global peace, mental well-being, and combating youth drug abuse at Global Meditation Conference.

"meditation plays a vital role in cultivating inner calm, emotional balance, and clarity of thought - Vice-President C.P. Radhakrishnan"

New Delhi, April 5

Vice-President C.P. Radhakrishnan said on Sunday that the challenges faced by the world today can be resolved through meditation, which can play a role by bringing peace and clarity, while fostering the ability to listen and understand others.

Addressing the Global Conference of Meditation Leaders -- Meditation for Holistic Living and a Peaceful World at the Bharat Mandapam here, the Vice-President referred to the vision of 'Viksit Bharat@ 2047' and said that along with economic growth, nurturing mental well-being is equally important.

"He said that meditation plays a vital role in cultivating inner calm, emotional balance, and clarity of thought, which are essential for a progressive nation," a statement said.

The conference was organised by the Pyramid Spiritual Societies Movement and the Buddha-CEO Quantum Foundation, it added.

Vice-President Radhakrishnan underlined that the true power of meditation lies in transforming human beings.

He noted that meditation helps reduce stress, improve focus, enhance emotional resilience, and address issues such as overthinking and overworking.

The Vice-President cautioned against the relentless pursuit of material success at the cost of meaningful living, saying that while wealth should enable comfort, it should not overshadow life itself.

He stressed that meditation enhances thinking and enables individuals to lead balanced and fulfilling lives.

Vice-President Radhakrishnan also dispelled the notion that meditation is only for spiritual seekers, asserting that it is for everyone and can elevate ordinary individuals towards higher consciousness.

Recalling the teachings of the revered Tamil sage Thirumoolar, Vice-President Radhakrishnan highlighted that meditation is akin to lighting an inner lamp that dispels ignorance and leads to truth and peace.

He noted that Thirumoolar described the human body as a temple and meditation as the means to realise the Divine within.

Highlighting his long-standing commitment to combating drug abuse, the Vice-President recalled his padyatra in 2004 aimed at drug eradication.

"Expressing concern over rising substance abuse, particularly among youth, he said that meditation can serve as a powerful tool in addressing addiction by helping individuals overcome stress, anxiety, and lack of direction," the statement said.

"Former Director of CBI and CRPF D.R. Kaarthikeyan, President and Spiritual Head of Paramarth Niketan Ashram in Rishikesh, Swami Chidanand Saraswati, Chairman of Quantum Life University Newton Kondaveti, Founder of Buddha-CEO Quantum Foundation Chandra Pulamarasetti, Chairman of Pyramid Spiritual Trust (Hyderabad) Vijay Bhaskar Reddy, along with meditation leaders, policymakers, and scholars were present on the occasion," the statement added.

- IANS

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Rohit P
While meditation is good for personal well-being, I'm not sure it can solve global challenges like climate change or geopolitical conflicts. We need concrete policy action, not just inner peace. The VP's heart is in the right place, but this feels a bit simplistic.
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Aditya G
Connecting 'Viksit Bharat' with mental well-being is a crucial point often missed. Development isn't just GDP and infrastructure. If our youth are stressed and addicted, what kind of developed nation are we building? Meditation should be part of school and college curriculum.
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Swati Y
My grandfather always quoted Thirumoolar. It's beautiful to see our ancient Tamil wisdom being highlighted on a global platform at Bharat Mandapam. Meditation isn't a new-age fad for India; it's in our DNA. We just need to remember it.
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Michael C
Interesting read. The point about meditation helping with addiction is powerful. In the West, we often look for pharmaceutical solutions first. Maybe there's a lot to learn from India's holistic approach to health and consciousness.
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Karthik V
Good initiative, but I hope this isn't just talk. The government should promote and fund accessible meditation programs in communities, not just high-profile conferences. The real change happens in villages and small towns where stress and lack of direction are huge issues.

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