3-day ‘Bhashyotsavam' begins at National Sanskrit University
The Vedic ritual 'Rudra Ekadashi' was also performed subsequently.
Following the homam and puja rituals, a special programme titled 'Darshana Alankara Vedika' commenced at 2 pm, during which faculty members from the Darshana department were felicitated.
A scholarly discussion on various aspects of Indian philosophical traditions (Darshana Shastra) was also held.
The event was presided over by University Vice Chancellor Prof GSR Krishna Murthy. Sadhu Bhadreshdas Swami, President of Akshardham, Swaminarayan Research Institute, New Delhi, graced the occasion, participated in the discussion, and honoured faculty members with commendation certificates. Dr Jñānaranjan Panda, Director of Utkala Peetham, coordinated the event.
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