'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' is India's timeless message to the world: Himachal governor Kavinder Gupta
Shimla, July 5
Himachal Pradesh Governor Kavinder Gupta participated in the sacred Shiv-Shakti Mahakatha and Shiv Vivah Mahotsav organised by Divya Jyoti Jagrati Sansthan at Shimla on Saturday.
According to a press release, the Governor offered prayers to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, seeking peace, prosperity, happiness and the overall well-being of the people of Himachal Pradesh.
Addressing the gathering, the Governor expressed immense joy in being part of the spiritually enriching occasion and said that such events play a vital role in preserving India's timeless cultural and spiritual heritage.
As per a release, he observed that Sanatan Dharma is not merely a religion but a way of life rooted in eternal values of compassion, harmony and universal brotherhood. Quoting the ancient Indian philosophy of "Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam", he said these ideals continue to guide humanity towards peace and coexistence.
The Governor observed that while the transition from joint families to nuclear families is a natural social evolution, it should not lead to the erosion of family values, emotional bonding and meaningful dialogue among family members. He stressed that love, mutual respect and communication must remain the foundation of every household.
Expressing concern over the increasing menace of drug abuse among youth, Gupta said that while strict enforcement of the law is essential, the strongest safeguard against such social evils lies in value-based upbringing.
According to the press release, he called upon parents to spend quality time with their children, communicate openly, become their trusted companions and connect them with India's rich cultural heritage and spiritual traditions.
The Governor urged society to collectively ensure that India's cultural ethos, family traditions and spiritual values are passed on to future generations.
— ANI
Reader Comments
As an American who has lived in India for 5 years, I completely agree. The concept of universal family is something I've experienced firsthand in Indian villages. But honestly, I find the constant glorification of "Sanatan Dharma" by politicians a bit worrying - shouldn't secularism be the real message? Just my 2 cents.
The drug abuse warning is spot on! I'm a teacher in Himachal, and I see kids losing their way because parents are too busy with work. But Governor sahab, instead of just giving speeches, why not push for more youth counselling centres in every district? Talk is cheap, action matters. 🙄
Lovely to see spiritual events being promoted! I attended a similar Mahakatha in Bangalore last year - it really does bring communities together. However, I feel the Governor should also address why our youth are turning to drugs in the first place - unemployment, lack of opportunities, mental health issues. These are real problems, not just "value erosion". 😔
Interesting perspective from a British Indian like me. "Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam" sounds great, but India's current political climate seems far from it - with all the polarisation and hate speech. Actions speak louder than words. Would love to see this philosophy reflected in policies rather than just speeches at religious events.
Amazing! It's refreshing to see leaders talking about family values and drug prevention. I'm from Shimla, and this drug problem is real - I've lost two friends to it. If even one parent listens to this message and starts talking to their
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