NewKerala.com

Uttarakhand CM Dhami Flags Off Swadeshi Sankalp Run on Vivekananda Jayanti

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami flagged off the 'Swadeshi Sankalp Run' from Dehradun's Gandhi Park on Swami Vivekananda's birth anniversary, which is observed as National Youth Day. He addressed a large gathering of enthusiastic youth, paying tribute to Vivekananda as a spiritual torchbearer and inspiration. Dhami stated that under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, India is progressing toward becoming a developed nation by 2047, with a decisive role for the youth. He called for collective efforts in initiatives like Start-up India and urged the youth to avoid drugs while focusing on education and national duty.

Key Points: CM Dhami Flags Off Swadeshi Run on National Youth Day in Dehradun

  • Run marks Swami Vivekananda's birth anniversary
  • CM urges youth to lead in making India developed by 2047
  • Emphasis on Vocal for Local and Make in India
  • Youth advised to stay away from drugs and focus on skill development
3 min read

Uttarakhand CM Dhami flags off 'Swadeshi Sankalp Run' in Dehradun on Swami Vivekananda Jayanti

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami flagged off the Swadeshi Sankalp Run in Dehradun, urging youth to embrace nationalism and self-reliance.

"Arise, awake and stop not till the goal is achieved - Swami Vivekananda"

Dehradun, January 12

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday flagged off the 'Swadeshi Sankalp Run' from Gandhi Park in Dehradun, organised to mark the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda.

A large number of youths participated in the run, reflecting enthusiasm and commitment towards the ideals of nationalism and self-reliance.

Addressing the gathering, CM Dhami extended his greetings to the youth on the occasion and paid tribute to Swami Vivekananda, describing him as the "torchbearer of India's great spiritual and cultural traditions and a constant source of inspiration for the younger generation.

"My dear young brothers and sisters, who have gathered here on the occasion of the Swadeshi Sankalp Run, first of all, on this auspicious day, the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda, the torchbearer of India's great tradition, the tradition of the sages, and an inspiration to the youth, I extend my heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to all of you. I pay my respects to Swami Vivekananda, and it is a great privilege for me to be among you all today and witness your enthusiasm... Today is a day to reflect on the power, determination, and potential of India's youth," CM Dhami said.

The Chief Minister said that Swami Vivekananda's message, "Arise, awake and stop not till the goal is achieved", will continue to inspire the youth in laying a strong foundation for the nation.

He stated that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India is moving steadily towards the resolve of becoming a developed nation, and the role of youth will be decisive in making India developed by 2047. He called upon everyone to turn the message of Vocal for Local into a mass movement. Emphasising collective efforts, he said that initiatives like Start-up India, Make in India, and Skill India must be taken forward together.

The Chief Minister especially urged the youth to stay away from drugs, adopt discipline, focus on education and skill development, and faithfully fulfill their duties towards the nation.

National Youth Day, observed every year on January 12, marks the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda.

Swami Vivekananda, known in his pre-monastic life as Narendranath Datta, was born in Kolkata on 12 January 1863.

Swami Vivekananda founded the Ramakrishna Mission on 1 May 1897, which would bring together monks and laypeople to propagate Practical Vedanta and various forms of social service.

Swami Vivekananda is always remembered all over the world for his address at the World's Parliament of Religions held in Chicago in 1893, which led the western intelligentsia to turn around and recognise the great culture and tradition India has had since time immemorial.

- ANI

Share this article:

Reader Comments

P
Priya S
It's heartening to see the focus on youth and Swadeshi. But I hope such runs are followed by concrete policies for job creation and skill development in Uttarakhand. The energy needs direction.
V
Vikram M
"Arise, awake..." – that quote gives me goosebumps every time. Swamiji's vision for a strong, self-confident India is what we need to channel. Good to see the CM emphasizing staying away from drugs. That's a real issue.
S
Sarah B
As someone living in Dehradun, the atmosphere was electric! So many young people participating. It's more than just a run; it's a statement of intent. Vocal for Local should indeed be a mass movement.
R
Rohit P
Perfect day for it. National Youth Day is the best occasion to remind our youngsters of their power and duty. The focus on Make in India and Start-up India is crucial. Let's build from within.
K
Karthik V
While the sentiment is good, I always wonder if these events lead to lasting change. Hope the enthusiasm translates into more young entrepreneurs from Uttarakhand and less brain drain to the metros. The state has potential.

We welcome thoughtful discussions from our readers. Please keep comments respectful and on-topic.

Leave a Comment

Minimum 50 characters 0/50