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Delhi Minister Kapil Mishra on Sanatan Consciousness: A Historic Shift in National Discourse

Delhi's Art and Culture Minister Kapil Mishra spoke at the Sanatan Rashtra Shankhnaad Mahotsav, calling it a historic platform for open discourse. He emphasized that the event, supported by both central and state governments, fosters dialogue on India's civilisational heritage. Mishra highlighted the concept of Ram Rajya as achieved through social harmony and shared dharma, not just security. The festival also featured a martial arts exhibition and a concurrent spiritual conference with saints and thinkers.

Key Points: Kapil Mishra at Sanatan Rashtra Shankhnaad Mahotsav in Delhi

  • Minister Mishra calls the event a historic moment for open ideological discourse in the capital
  • He links the festival to discussions on civilisational heritage and contemporary national issues
  • The event featured an exhibition on martial heritage from Chhatrapati Shivaji's era
  • A parallel spiritual conference aimed to strengthen values through yoga and discipline
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Delhi Minister Kapil Mishra joins deliberations on Sanatan consciousness

Delhi Minister Kapil Mishra addresses the Sanatan Rashtra Shankhnaad Mahotsav, highlighting a historic platform for civilisational discourse and cultural renaissance.

"The resonance of Jai Shri Ram itself becomes the shankhnaad -- the proclamation -- of the Sanatan Nation. - Kapil Mishra"

New Delhi, Dec 13

Delhi Art, Culture and Language Minister Kapil Mishra said on Saturday that it is a historic moment that the Sanatan Rashtra Shankhnaad Mahotsav is being held in the national capital.

Speaking at the two-day Mahotsav at Bharat Mandapam, Mishra said that a decade ago the very idea of such open ideological discourse would have seemed unimaginable.

Highlighting the even being held with the support of both the government of India and the government of Delhi, he said the festival provided a platform for discussion on India's civilisational heritage, Sanatan consciousness, cultural renaissance, and contemporary national issues.

Addressing the gathering, Mishra said: "The resonance of Jai Shri Ram itself becomes the shankhnaad -- the proclamation -- of the Sanatan Nation."

Referring to the Ram Temple movement, the Somnath Jyotirlinga, and the play of time, he said that the Sanatan tradition is future-oriented and that time itself eventually provides its answers.

Citing various cultural events held at the Red Fort, he emphasised that fear is not embedded in the DNA of Indian society.

Highlighting the concept of Ram Rajya, Mishra said that it is realised not merely through security, but through social harmony, mutual responsibility, and a shared sense of dharma.

A special attraction of the event was an exhibition showcasing the weapons tradition from the era of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, described as a living testimony to India's martial heritage and valour.

In the same sequence, the International Janmangal Conference was organized at Bharat Mandapam on December 12-13, with participation from saints, ascetics, yoga practitioners, thinkers, and women spiritual leaders from India and abroad.

The objective of the conference was to strengthen the values of public welfare and nation-building through fasting, yoga, meditation, self-discipline, and spiritual practice.

On this occasion, Mishra said: "The moment one sits in the presence of divine souls, inner consciousness begins to transform."

He noted that penance involving hundreds of days of fasting, sensory restraint, and spiritual discipline may sound impossible, yet the direct presence of such divine souls is a blessing for the nation.

He described the austerities of Jain saints, women spiritual leaders, and yoga practitioners as the foundation of society.

The conference witnessed the presence of Mahamandaleshwar Swami Shanti Gir Maharaj, Sadhguru Dr. Charudatt Pingale, Uday Mahurkar, Dr. Suresh Chavhanke, Shakti Swaroopa Anjali Kangil, and several other saints and thinkers.

Mishra stated that if society resolves to act in accordance with the call of Yog Guru Swami Ramdev, many crises facing the nation and dharma would naturally be resolved.

- IANS

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Rahul R
While promoting Sanatan consciousness is good, I hope such government-supported events remain inclusive and don't alienate other communities. The true Indian DNA is unity in diversity, as we've always said.
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Arjun K
Jai Shri Ram! The exhibition on Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's weapons tradition is fantastic. Our youth need to connect with this martial heritage and valor. More such events should be held across the country.
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Sarah B
As someone living in Delhi, I appreciate the focus on yoga, meditation, and spiritual practice for public welfare. In today's stressful world, these ancient practices are more relevant than ever.
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Vikram M
The participation of saints from Jain traditions and women spiritual leaders shows the beautiful plurality within Sanatan philosophy. This is our real strength.
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Karan T
With all due respect, while cultural events are welcome, I hope taxpayer money for such "Mahotsavs" is being used judiciously. There are pressing issues like infrastructure and education that also need funding. The government must balance its priorities.

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