Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini said that Bhagwan Shri Krishna showed humanity the path of karma, duty and public welfare through the teachings of the Bhagavad Gita, while Bhagwan Birsa Munda, through his life and struggle, inspired people to uphold self-respect, unity and the resolve to protect their land and culture. The messages of both great personalities teach us that a meaningful life is one that remains committed to one’s duties and dedicated to the welfare of society.
The Chief Minister was speaking on Sunday while laying the foundation stone of the building of Shri Krishna Kripa Dham in Panchkula and addressing the state-level ceremony organised on the occasion of Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas and the birth anniversary of Bhagwan Birsa Munda. He also announced a financial assistance of Rs. 31 lakh for the construction of Shri Krishna Kripa Dham. The Chief Minister also joined the national programme of Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas virtually and listened to the address of Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi.
Nayab Singh Saini said that with the establishment of Shri Krishna Kripa Dham on the sacred land of Panchkula, the foundation is being laid not merely for a building but for a spiritual centre that will impart values of service, dedication and the teachings of the Shrimad Bhagavad Gita to future generations. He expressed confidence that this structure, built with bricks and stones, would evolve into a sacred pilgrimage centre through the strength of faith and values.
*Knowledge of the Gita helps overcome worries*
The Chief Minister said that under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Haryana Government is making efforts to take the teachings of the Gita from Kurukshetra to every household across the world, with the significant contribution of Gita Manishi Swami Gyananand Ji Maharaj. He said that in today’s times, when people often remain worried about the future, the Shrimad Bhagavad Gita inspires them to exercise patience, wisdom and perform their duties. The Chief Minister expressed hope that the spiritual message emanating from this Dham would spread from Panchkula across Haryana and the entire country.
*Prime Minister gave Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas national recognition*
The Chief Minister said that it is a matter of pride that Prime Minister Narendra Modi accorded national recognition to the birth anniversary of Bhagwan Birsa Munda as Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas. Since 2021, this day has been observed every year on November 15 to respectfully remember the sacrifices of tribal heroes and the contribution of tribal communities before the entire nation. He expressed his gratitude to the Prime Minister for this initiative.
*Struggle of Birsa Munda finds a place in history*
The Chief Minister said that the life of Dharti Aaba Bhagwan Birsa Munda symbolises courage, struggle, self-respect and the resolve to protect one’s land and culture. At the young age of just 25, Bhagwan Birsa Munda shook the foundations of British rule. His struggle against British rule and the exploitative system is etched in history. His life teaches us that courage does not lie merely in taking up arms, but also in fearlessly standing up for the rights, dignity and future of one’s people.
As a social reformer, he raised his voice against intoxication, superstition and social evils. He later led a massive uprising for the protection of water, forests and land, giving the slogan, ‘Our Land, Our Rule’.
The Chief Minister said that a closer look at the life of Bhagwan Birsa Munda reveals that he practised the teachings of the Gita in his own life and accorded priority to karma and duty, in keeping with its message. This is why he will always be remembered. At a young age, he raised his voice against injustice and exploitation and awakened a spirit of awareness, unity and cultural pride among tribal communities. Today, Bhagwan Birsa Munda lives on in every farmer, every tribal person and every youth who stands up against injustice.
*Prominent dignitaries present*
On this occasion, Gita Manishi Swami Gyananand Maharaj, Kalka MLA, Smt. Shakti Rani Sharma, Mayor and Patron of Shri Krishna Kripa Parivar Panchkula Trust, Shyam Lal Bansal, former Haryana Assembly Speaker, Gian Chand Gupta, BJP District President, Ajay Mittal, Chairperson of Haryana Scheduled Castes Commission, Smt. Banto Kataria, Executive Vice-Chairman of Haryana Shivalik Development Board, Om Prakash Devinagar, State Vice-President, Smt. Sunita Duggal, Baba Bhupendra, OSD to the Chief Minister, Sh. B.B. Bharti, Special Grievance Redressal Officer, Bhopal Singh Khadri, Deputy Commissioner, Satpal Sharma, S.P. Singla, office-bearers of Shri Krishna Kripa Parivar Panchkula Trust and other dignitaries were present.
