Use heritage to inspire new minds: LG Sinha to youth
Srinagar, Jul 12: India's greatest strength is its rich spiritual, scientific and cultural identity, passed down through centuries like a torch. I appealed to the youth not to let that flame die. Now is the time to use our rich heritage to inspire millions of new minds. Now is the time to innovate and give the youth of Jammu Kashmir a clear purpose for buildinga self-reliant UT, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said on Sunday. The Lieutenant Governor attended the Lal Ded Literature Awards and the release function of Dr Vaidehi Taman's new book Lal Ded: The Mother of Kashmir. He urged the awardees to share the timeless wisdom of Lal Ded, Kabir, Nund Rishi, Guru Nanak, and Tulsidas with the younger generation. Speaking on the occasion, the LG said our ancestors built India by balancing science with deep spiritual values, emphasising that progress requires both the scientist and the spiritualist. Sinha said that nation-building is a shared duty for every citizen. Youth are the builders of our future. Do not settle for ordinary achievements. Dream big, work hard, and strive for excellence. Our nation's journey succeeds through patience, hard work, and collective effort, he said, adding that India values both outward progress and inward spiritual growth, and traveling from Kashmir to Kanyakumari shows that core traditions are still alive. I want writers, thinkers, and artists to preserve and share this spiritual tradition. I am not suggesting we live in the past, but rather that we respect the truth, goodness, and grace of our heritage. We can stay open to the world while remaining deeply rootedjust like a tree with strong roots that survives the wind and grows, the LG said. The Lieutenant Governor invited society to do two important things: first, find a piece of heritage lost in the busyness of lifewhether it is a language, a song, a recipe, a story, or a traditionreclaim it, and inspire the next generation to do the same; second, remember that our greatest strength is our cultural identity, passed down for centuries like a burning torch. I appeal to the youth: do not let that flame die. Now is the time to use our heritage to kindle millions of new flames, he said. He commended the work of writers, educators, and artists, saying that those honoured today have enriched our nation through their extraordinary work. In this rapidly changing world, we need writers and educators more than ever. Literature makes us compassionate, and education gives us knowledge. Together, they create responsible citizens who can lead the nation forward, he said. On the occasion, LG Sinha made five requests to intellectuals, writers, teachers, scientists, and creators: encourage the youth to think independently and pursue truth; document and share rich culture; bring ideas out of booksand use themto solve real-world problems; share experience to inspire the next generation to serve the nation; and combine different areas of expertise to tackle complex challenges like climate change. Responding to the request for a museum dedicated to great personalities like Lal Ded, the Lieutenant Governor assured that appropriate steps would be taken in this regard. The event was attended by former Chief Minister of Uttarakhand Tirath Singh Rawat, former Member of Parliament and President of Asiatic Society of Mumbai Dr Vinay Sahasrabuddhe, eminent writer Prof. Neerja Mattoo, author Dr Vaidehi Taman, Padma Shri Dr SP Varma, Principal Secretary Culture Brij Mohan Sharma, SSP Srinagar Dr G.V. Sundeep Chakravarthy, Deputy Commissioner Srinagar Akshay Labroo, other senior officials, and prominent literary personalities.
Lieutenant Governor urges youth to use Indias rich heritage to inspire millions of new minds
Srinagar, July 12: The Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today attended the Lal Ded Literature Awards and the release function of Dr. Vaidehi Tamans new book Lal Ded: The Mother of Kashmir. He urged the awardees to share the timeless wisdom of Lal Ded, Kabir, Nund Rishi, Guru Nanak, and Tulsidas with the younger generation. Speaking on the occasion, the Lieutenant Governor said that our ancestors built India by balancing science with deep spiritual values, emphasising that progress requires both the scientist and the spiritualist. Indias greatest strength is its rich spiritual, scientific and cultural identity, passed down through centuries like a torch. I appealed to the youth to not let that flame die. Now is the time to use our rich heritage to inspire millions of new minds. Now is the time to innovate and give the youth of Jammu Kashmir a clear purpose for building self- reliant UT. Nation-building is a shared duty for every citizen. Youth are the builders of our future. Do not settle for ordinary achievements. Dream big, work hard, and strive for excellence. Our nation's journey succeeds through patience, hard work, and collective effort, the Lieutenant Governor said. The Lieutenant Governor said that India values both outward progress and inward spiritual growth. He said, traveling from Kashmir to Kanyakumari shows that our core traditions are still alive and this shared spiritual heritage guides our society and connects every Indian. I want writers, thinkers and artists to preserve and share this spiritual tradition. I am not suggesting we live in the past, but rather that we respect the truth, goodness, and grace of our heritage. We can stay open to the world while remaining deeply rootedjust like a tree with strong roots that survives the wind and grows. I invite the society to do two important things: First, find a piece of your heritage that you lost in the busyness of lifewhether it is a language, a song, a recipe, a story, or a tradition. Reclaim it, and inspire the next generation to do the same. Second, remember that our greatest strength is our cultural identity, passed down for centuries like a burning torch. I appeal to the youth: do not let that flame die. Now is the time to use our heritage to kindle millions of new flames, the Lieutenant Governor said. He commended the work of writers, educators and artists and stated that those honored today have enriched our nation through their extraordinary work. They are guides for society, proving that true excellence is measured by the positive impact we leave on future generations. Whether through writing, teaching, art, or public service, they shape our shared future. In this rapidly changing world, we need writers and educators more than ever. They create ideas, preserve knowledge, and guide the youth. Literature makes us compassionate, and education gives us knowledge. Together, they create responsible citizens who can lead the nation forward, the Lieutenant Governor said. The Lieutenant Governor further said that young generation stands at the confluence of tradition and modernity. He noted that youth have technology in their hands, but their minds seek new purpose. It is the duty of our writers to connect youth to their cultural roots and to inspire them to think beyond boundaries with a purpose, with a new goal. It is the responsibility of our teachers to provide not only skills but also values, confidence and the courage to the youth to face future challenges. If literature and education go hand in hand, the nations progress will be not only material but moral and spiritual as well, he said. On the occasion, the Lieutenant Governor made five requests to intellectuals, writers, teachers, scientists, and creators. Encourage the youth to think independently and pursue truth, document and share rich culture, which is our greatest strength in a global world, bring ideas out of books and use them to solve real-world problems, share your experience to inspire the next generation to serve the nation and combine different areas of expertise to tackle complex challenges like climate change. Nation-building is a shared duty. A strong economy can build infrastructure, but only responsible citizens can protect it. Youth are the builders of our future. Do not settle for ordinary achievements. Dream big, work hard, and strive for excellence. Our nation's journey succeeds through patience, hard work, and collective effort, the Lieutenant Governor said. Responding to the request for a museum dedicated to great personalities like Lal Ded, the Lieutenant Governor assured that appropriate steps would be taken in this regard. Tirath Singh Rawat, former Chief Minister, Uttarakhand; Dr. Vinay Sahasrabuddhe, former Member of Parliament and President, Asiatic Society of Mumbai; Prof. Neerja Mattoo, eminent writer; Dr Vaidehi Taman, author, and prominent literary personalities attended the award ceremony. Padma Shri Dr SP Varma; Brij Mohan Sharma, Principal Secretary Culture; Dr. GV Sundeep Chakravarthy, SSP Srinagar; Akshay Labroo, Deputy Commissioner, Srinagar and other senior officials were also present.
On foot across India: Bihar traveller reaches Ramban on Kashmir journey
Banihal, July 8: In an inspiring story of determination, endurance and a passion for exploring India's cultural diversity, a solo traveller from Bihar, Parveen Kumar, popularly known as Begana Yatri, is drawing attention as he walks across the country from Kanyakumari to Kashmir, covering thousands of kilometres on foot. Kumar, a resident of Madhepura district in Bihar, reached Ramban along the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44) on Wednesday as part of the final leg of his remarkable journey. Carrying the Indian Tricolour, a backpack and a traditional wide-brimmed hat, Kumar is steadily marching towards Srinagar. With less than 150 kilometres left before reaching his destination at Lal Chowk, he says the most challenging yet rewarding phase of his expedition is nearing completion. Speaking to Greater Kashmir , Kumar said he began his journey from Kanyakumari nearly a year ago. While he initially travelled through some regions by taking lifts, he has spent the last six months walking continuously to experience the true spirit of the country. The purpose of my journey is not merely to travel but to understand India's rich cultural heritage. I want to experience local traditions, languages, cuisine, clothing, customs and the unique lifestyles of people living in different geographical regions. Walking allows me to connect with people and places in a way no other mode of travel can, he said. As he passed through the picturesque Chenab Valley, Kumar attracted the attention of commuters, Shri Amarnath Yatra pilgrims and local residents, many of whom stopped to appreciate his extraordinary mission and wish him success. Kumar plans to conclude the walking phase of his cross-country expedition at the historic Lal Chowk in Srinagar. However, his journey will not end there. He intends to continue exploring Leh-Ladakh, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand and Punjab by hitchhiking and taking lifts, with the aim of discovering more of India's diverse culture, landscapes and people.
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