Chandigarh, October 26:- Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini said that through the Ramayana, Maharishi Valmiki Ji introduced the world to the ideals of Maryada Purushottam Lord Shri Ram. His composition is not merely an epic but a work that has shown humanity the path to a meaningful life across the ages. Maharishi Valmiki Ji’s teachings inspire us to practise patience, hard work, unwavering faith, compassion, education and social harmony.
Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini was addressing a state-level birth anniversary celebration of Maharishi Valmiki Ji organised at Sant Kabir Kutir on Sunday under the Sant Mahapurush Prachar-Prasar Yojana. He paid floral tributes to the statue of Maharishi Valmiki Ji and extended greetings and best wishes to the people of the state on the occasion of the Prakash Parv. During the programme, the Chief Minister also announced a grant of ₹31 lakh for the Valmiki Hostel under construction in Hisar. He said that he would visit the site soon on the occasion of the hostel’s ground-breaking ceremony.
Addressing the gathering, Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini said that Maharishi Valmiki Ji was a great saint who lit the lamp of knowledge amid darkness. During difficult times, he provided shelter to Mata Sita Ji in his ashram and also imparted higher education and values to her children. Through education and moral values, they developed a distinct identity. He said Maharishi Valmiki Ji’s life teaches us that no matter how difficult circumstances may be, a person should never lose patience.
Citing the example of Lord Shri Ram’s life, the Chief Minister said that when Lord Ram was to be crowned, he was instead sent into exile. However, he remained patient, accepted the circumstances and continued moving forward. The Ramayana teaches us that any goal can be achieved through patience, hard work and unwavering faith.
Practising Maharishi Valmiki Ji’s Teachings Is the True Expression of Devotion
Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini said that Maharishi Valmiki Ji rose above caste distinctions and conveyed the message of humanity. Devotion to his teachings should not remain confined to worship but should also be reflected in our conduct. No person should face discrimination on the basis of birth, caste, economic status or occupation.
He said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s motto, “Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Prayas,” also advances this spirit. The government is working to connect every section of society with the mainstream of development and ensure that every individual can progress with dignity.
Recognition of Maharishi Valmiki Ji’s Contribution in Ayodhya
The Chief Minister said it was a matter of pride that they had witnessed the construction of the grand temple in the holy city of Ayodhya, the city of Lord Shri Ram. Temples dedicated to Maharishi Valmiki Ji, Nishadraj and Mata Shabari have also been built within the temple complex. The airport in Ayodhya Dham has also been named after Maharishi Valmiki Ji.
Efforts to Take the Messages of Great Saints to the Younger Generation
The Chief Minister said that the objective of celebrating the birth anniversaries of great saints under the Sant Mahapurush Prachar-Prasar Yojana is to convey their thoughts and messages to future generations so that young people can draw inspiration from their lives. He said a decision had been taken to organise this year’s programme at Sant Kabir Kutir, and efforts would be made to celebrate it on a larger scale next year.
He said the spirit of Maharishi Valmiki Ji’s teachings and the path shown by him were reflected in every government scheme, policy and decision. His message of compassion, self-respect and humanity forms the foundation of the government’s work.
Government Schemes for Education and Youth
Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini said the government was providing scholarships, coaching for competitive examinations and hostel facilities for children belonging to Scheduled Castes. The government is committed to ensuring that a lack of money does not become an obstacle to any child’s talent. He said arrangements had been made to transfer scholarship amounts directly into the bank accounts of eligible students.
The Chief Minister said that in the recent police recruitment drive in Haryana, 604 young people from the community had been selected for the Haryana Police. Children from the community are moving forward and reaching new heights of development.
Commissions for the Welfare of Scheduled Castes and Sanitation Workers
The Chief Minister said that the Haryana State Commission for Scheduled Castes had been established to promote the welfare of Scheduled Castes and protect their rights, while the Haryana State Safai Karamchari Commission had been formed for the welfare of sanitation workers. He said the government was formulating schemes with due consideration for the dignity, self-respect and capabilities of society.
Work Is Being Carried Out Keeping Every Section of Society in Mind
The Chief Minister said that under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana, efforts were being made to provide houses to needy families. The government had also taken steps to provide plots to families that did not have land on which to build houses. He said the dignity, self-respect and capabilities of poor and needy people were at the centre of government schemes.
Resolve to Eradicate Caste-Based and High-Low Discrimination
The Chief Minister said that on the birth anniversary of Maharishi Valmiki Ji, everyone should resolve to eradicate all forms of caste-based and high-low discrimination, strengthen social harmony and make Haryana a leading state in a developed India. The three crore people of Haryana must work together to strengthen the state’s development and Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of a developed India. This would be the true tribute to Maharishi Valmiki Ji.
Maharishi Valmiki Ji’s Teachings Show Society the Path of Harmony and Good Deeds: Cabinet Minister Krishan Lal Panwar
Addressing the employees and gathering, Haryana Panchayat and Development Minister Krishan Lal Panwar said that through the Ramayana, Maharishi Valmiki Ji conveyed the messages of education, truth, good deeds and social harmony. Praising Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, he said that the Chief Minister was taking all 36 communities along and honouring saints and great personalities by celebrating their birth anniversaries at the state level.
Minister Krishan Lal Panwar said that education was essential for the progress of society. Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar’s message was to study, become educated and move forward. Referring to efforts being made for girls’ education, he said the government wanted girls to have access to education without having to travel long distances. He also mentioned the scheme providing free rations to poor families and said it was important to take all sections of society along and help those in need.
He said efforts were being made to strengthen social harmony under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini.
On the occasion, MLA Kapoor Singh Valmiki, Mayor Shyam Lal Bansal, former minister Vishambhar Valmiki, Safai Commission Chairman Ishwar Singh Palaka, former Speaker of the Legislative Assembly Gyan Chand Gupta, Safai Commission member Sanjeev Dharu, Chanderprakash Bosti, Councillor Manisha Jangra, Amarnath Soda, District President Ajay Mittal, other dignitaries and a large number of devotees were present.
