Vice-President CP Radhakrishnan to visit Karnataka on June 27, 28
New Delhi, June 26
Vice President CP Radhakrishnan will be on a two-day visit to Karnataka from June 27 to 28.
On June 27, the Vice-President will attend the 517th Birth Anniversary Celebrations of Nadaprabhu Sri Kempegowda in Bengaluru.
The next day, the Vice-President will participate in the Nasha Mukt Bharat Conclave, organised as part of the Foundation Day of the Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS) and the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking programme in Bengaluru.
On Thursday, the Vice President released the book 'Sanskritir Ratna Bhandar: Bhaowaiyar Itibritto' (Bhawaiya: A Cultural Treasure and Its Historical Journey), authored by Member of Parliament Jayanta Kumar Roy and Sangita Roy.
Addressing the gathering at the Uprashtrapati Bhavan, Radhakrishnan congratulated the authors for their dedicated efforts in bringing the rich cultural heritage of the Koch Rajbanshi community and the Bhawaiya folk tradition to the mainstream.
He said that languages, music, customs and traditions across the country constitute a treasure-house of collective memory and living testimonies of the nation's shared heritage. He observed that Bhawaiya, which emerged from the soil of North Bengal and adjoining regions, has for generations reflected the emotions, aspirations, struggles and wisdom of ordinary people.
The Vice President said that the book systematically traces the historical evolution of Bhawaiya and offers a fresh perspective on its origin and development. He noted that the work highlights the role of folk traditions, religious practices, agricultural customs, seasonal festivals and community life in shaping Bhawaiya as an organic expression of the social and cultural experiences of the people.
He added that the book provides valuable insights into the cultural history of North Bengal and the Koch Rajbanshi community.
The Vice President said that music in ancient India was regarded as a means of connecting human consciousness with the cosmic order. Referring to the Sama Veda, the concept of Nada Brahma, and the traditions of Bhakti and Sufism, he said that music has always been viewed as a pathway to the Divine. He noted that long before the emergence of Western classical music, Bharat had the Natya Shastra of Bharata Muni, which treated music as a fundamental expression of human emotion and spiritual realization.
— ANI
Reader Comments
While I appreciate the cultural focus, I hope the Vice-President's visit to Karnataka also addresses pressing issues like infrastructure and education. The Nasha Mukt Bharat Conclave is a good initiative though.
Kempegowda's 517th birth anniversary - what a great way to honor the founder of Bengaluru! Our city owes so much to his vision. VP's presence adds dignity to the event. 🙏
Interesting to see the reference to Natya Shastra and Sama Veda. Our ancient wisdom on music and spirituality is truly unparalleled. But actions speak louder than words - hope this isn't just ceremonial.
The Nasha Mukt Bharat initiative is commendable, especially in a state like Karnataka where substance abuse is a growing concern among youth. Hope the conclave leads to concrete action plans. 💪
As someone from Bengal, I'm thrilled the Bhawaiya tradition is getting this recognition. Our folk music is so rich but often overlooked. Kudos to the authors for documenting this heritage! 🎶
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