Jammu, Jan 13 (JKNS): Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday said that Jammu and Kashmir’s timeless spiritual and cultural heritage is the invisible force that will shape society and drive the Union Territory’s holistic growth, even in an era marked by rapid technological advancement and globalization.
As per news agency JKNS, Sinha launched the special edition of ‘Sangarmal’ magazine published by Hindu Education Society Kashmir, at Gandhi Memorial Camp College, Raipur Jammu.
In his address, the Lieutenant Governor spoke on social cohesion and use of cultural-spiritual heritage and education as a unifying thread to create a blueprint for the thriving future. He emphasised on instilling values such as compassion, humility, and resilience to strengthen community bonds.
“In an era dominated by rapid technological growth and globalization, our timeless spiritual and cultural heritage, our shared beliefs, traditions, arts, rituals, and values will shape the society and fuel the holistic growth of the nation,” the Lieutenant Governor said.
The Lieutenant Governor said that the Union Territory’s ancient cultural heritage and spiritual wisdom is the invisible force that will propel societal growth.
“Jammu Kashmir’s rich spiritual heritage is a dynamic asset. Since Vedic ages, the traditional values acted as our guiding principles which built ethical foundation for overall growth.
For J&K to grow, our citizens must become more innovative, focus on intellectual growth to take great leaps in research and development, promote creative industries and invest in heritage,” the Lieutenant Governor said.
The Lieutenant Governor commended the Hindu Education Society, Kashmir for its dedicated efforts in raising public awareness regarding culture, social responsibilities and the transformative power of education.
Padma Shri Dr KN Pandita; Shri Atal Dulloo, Chief Secretary; Prof. B.L Zutshi, President, Hindu Education Society Kashmir; Shri Ram Niwas Sharma, Commissioner Secretary, School Education, office bearers of Hindu Education Society Kashmir and prominent citizens from different walks of life were present.
Dr Ashok Bhan, Member, Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board; Prof. (Dr.) Pragati Kumar, Vice Chancellor, SMVDU; Shri Kuldeep Khoda, former DGP; Dr. Arvind Karwani, Relief and Rehabilitation (M) Commissioner and senior officials also attended the launch ceremony. (JKNS)