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New Delhi, Nov 24 (IANS) Union Defense Minister Rajnath Singh will visit Kurukshetra on Monday to inaugurate the Haryana pavilion at the ongoing International Geeta Mahotsav, which will add a major attraction to the annual spiritual and cultural festival.
The pavilion established by Kurukshetra University at Draupadi Kupa area aims to present the rich folk traditions and ancient cultural heritage of Haryana through exhibits, performances and artistic showcases.
Along with the inauguration of the pavilion, the Defense Minister will also inaugurate a three-day International Geeta Seminar at Shrimadbhagvad Geeta Sadan of Kurukshetra University.
The seminar will bring together eminent scholars from India and abroad to discuss the global message of the Bhagavad Gita, its philosophical depth and its growing relevance in contemporary society.
Officials said the Haryana pavilion has been designed to give visitors a vibrant glimpse of the state’s cultural identity. Young artistes will showcase traditional folk art, while special exhibitions will highlight the historical heritage of Haryana. This year’s efforts also include a unique effort to present the ancient cultural roots of the region through interactive and visual presentations, a government official said.
The International Geeta Mahotsav, which began on November 15, is a 21-day festival that is a blend of spirituality, culture and scholarship. Supported by the Ministry of External Affairs, Gita Jayanti events are being organized simultaneously in 50 countries, reflecting the universal message of Gita.
This year, Madhya Pradesh has been included as a partner state contributing cultural troupes, artistic establishments and spiritual programs to the event being held in Kurukshetra.
To make the festival memorable, the historic city is illuminated with decorative lights, thematic installations and cultural platforms. Thousands of devotees, tourists, researchers and artists from across India are expected to gather to participate in various programs including readings, exhibitions and discourses.
Meanwhile, the spiritual excitement over Geeta Jayanti was also echoed in Lucknow, where Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath addressed the Divya Geeta Prerna Utsav in the presence of RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat.
The Chief Minister said that the 700 verses of Srimad Bhagavad Geeta serve as a “life mantra” for every follower of Sanatan Dharma. He said, “Gita is not just a scripture, it is a way of life. Its divine words inspire purity, clarity and dedication.”
He further emphasized that religion in the Indian tradition has never been limited to rituals alone. He said, “Worship is just one aspect. In short, religion is the art of living.”
–IANS
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