Sudhanshu Sharma
Nurpur
The All-India Conference organized by Sanskrit Bharati commenced with great enthusiasm and grandeur today at V.V.M. Institute of Nursing, Malkwal, Nurpur. The event was inaugurated by the Governor of Himachal Pradesh, Rajya Pal Kavinder Gupta, alongside Central University of Himachal Pradesh Vice-Chancellor Prof. Sat Prakash Bansal, Akhil Bharatiya President of Sanskrit Bharati Ramesh Kumar Pandey, and Akhil Bharatiya Organization Minister Satyanarayan Bhatt, who jointly lit the ceremonial lamp to mark the beginning of the conference.
The programme began with the singing of the National Anthem, followed by the recitation of Sanskrit Bharati’s mission mantra, creating a spiritually uplifting atmosphere. Reception Committee Chairman Rakesh Pathania and Sanskrit Bharati Himachal Pradesh President Dr. Rajesh Sharma formally welcomed and introduced the distinguished guests.
During the inaugural session, Ramesh Kumar Pandey presented the conference’s objectives and highlighted the significance of Sanskrit as an invaluable treasure of education, literature, and Indian culture. He emphasized the language’s role in preserving and promoting India’s rich intellectual heritage.
Delivering the presidential address, Prof. Sat Prakash Bansal underlined the importance of the Indian Knowledge System in education and research. He described Sanskrit not merely as a language but as a priceless repository of India’s philosophy, literature, and scientific wisdom.
Addressing the gathering as the chief guest, Governor Kavinder Gupta said that Sanskrit is not only a language but the very soul of India, forming the foundation of the country’s civilization, culture, and knowledge traditions. He noted that Sanskrit has united generations through a shared cultural and intellectual legacy. The Governor also lauded the organizers for hosting the conference and stressed the importance of such intellectual forums in nation-building and social development.
At the conclusion of the programme, Rakesh Pathania expressed gratitude to the chief guest, distinguished dignitaries, organizers, and participants who had travelled from various states across the country. On the occasion of National Unity Day and the 151st birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the Governor administered the Unity Pledge to the gathering.
The event concluded with the rendition of the National Song and National Anthem.
Prior to the inaugural session, the Governor visited and reviewed a Sanskrit Exhibition set up at the conference venue. The proceedings were conducted by Dr. Gyaneshwar Sharma, Provincial Secretary of Sanskrit Bharati.
