Haryana: VP Radhakrishnan arrives in Kurukshetra to participate in NIT's convocation, Akhil Bhartiya Devsthanam Sammelan
Kurukshetra, November 30
Vice President CP Radhakrishnan arrived in Kurukshetra on Sunday to participate in the 20th Convocation of the National Institute of Technology and in the Akhil Bhartiya Devsthanam Sammelan.
The Vice President was welcomed by Haryana Governor Ashim Kumar Ghosh and Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini at the airport.
"Hon'ble Vice-President CP Radhakrishnan arrived in Kurukshetra to participate as the Chief Guest at the 20th Convocation of the National Institute of Technology, and at the Akhil Bhartiya Devsthanam Sammelan. He was warmly welcomed by the Hon'ble Governor of Haryana, Prof. Ashim Kumar Ghosh, the Hon'ble Chief Minister of Haryana, Nayab Singh Saini, and other dignitaries," the Vice President of India X handle posted.
The Akhil Bhartiya Devsthanam Sammelan is being held on the sidelines of the International Gita Mahotsav.
The International Gita Mahotsav, which began in Kurukshetra on November 15, continues to draw massive public participation. Officials said more than 70 lakh people are expected to attend this year's edition, with eminent personalities from across the country already joining the ongoing events.
A state government spokesperson said Gita Mahotsav celebrations are being held in 50 countries this year with support from the Ministry of External Affairs. Madhya Pradesh has been included as the partner state for the 2025 edition.
Earlier this week, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said India is taking the message of the Bhagavad Gita to the global stage, with more than 50 Indian missions organising parallel events as part of the International Gita Mahotsav.
Addressing the 10th edition of International Gita Mahotsav in Kurukshetra, he described the scripture as a universal guide to righteous living that continues to offer "inner strength and spiritual clarity" across nations and generations.
Jaishankar said the Ministry of External Affairs, along with the Haryana government, the Kurukshetra Development Board, and the partner state, Madhya Pradesh, is working to internationalise the Mahotsav this year. As the lead organisation in this effort, the Ministry has "played a pivotal role in amplifying the Gita's resonance across continents," he said.
— ANI
Reader Comments
As someone living abroad, I'm really impressed that the Gita Mahotsav is being celebrated in 50 countries. It's a beautiful way to share India's philosophical heritage with the world. Kudos to the Ministry of External Affairs.
While I appreciate the cultural outreach, I hope the focus on the NIT convocation isn't overshadowed. Our engineering graduates deserve the spotlight for their hard work. Both events are significant, but let's ensure academic excellence gets its due respect.
Kurukshetra is the perfect place for this. The historical and spiritual significance adds so much depth to the Gita Mahotsav. 70 lakh attendees is mind-boggling! The logistics must be a huge challenge for Haryana authorities.
Interesting to see Madhya Pradesh as the partner state for 2025. Shows how this is becoming a truly national festival. The Gita's message of duty and righteousness is indeed universal.
My cousin graduated from NIT Kurukshetra today! So proud. Having the Vice President there makes it extra special for the students and their families. A day they will always remember. â¤ï¸
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