"Ahilyabai Holkar was not just a ruler, but also a symbol of women empowerment": Haryana CM Saini
Kurukshetra (Haryana) [India], May 31 (ANI): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Saturday paid rich tributes to Lokmata Devi Ahilyabai Holkar on the occasion of her 300th birth anniversary.
Addressing the state-level Holkar Jayanti Samaroh, the Chief Minister stated that Ahilyabai Holkar was not just a ruler, but also a symbol of women's empowerment.
Chief Minister Saini lauded Ahilyabai Holkar's contributions, especially her efforts in restoring sacred temples across India during times of historical turbulence.
'... When some Mughals tried to destroy our temples, Mata Ahilyabai Holkar opened up her coffers for the welfare of the poor. Whether it is Kashi Vishwanath temple or Somnath temple, she worked to complete construction of these temples. Not only temples, she worked for the religion and culture. We bow to her. PM Modi is taking her work forward... the construction of Kashi Vishwanath Corridor is the completion of her work. Ahilyabai Holkar Ji was not just a ruler, but also a symbol of women empowerment,' CM Saini said.
In a social media post on X, the Chief Minister further lauded Ahilyabai Holkar for her contributions in the field of religion, justice, public service, women empowerment and cultural renaissance, calling it a 'source of inspiration' for the society.
https://x.com/NayabSainiBJP/status/1928751775382659214
CM Saini wrote, 'Today, it is a matter of pride and honour for me to participate in the state-level function organised on the 300th birth anniversary of Lokmata Devi Ahilyabai Holkar ji in Kurukshetra under the 'Saint Mahapurush Samman and Vichar Prasar Yojana'. The exemplary work done by Lokmata Devi Ahilyabai Holkar in her life in the field of religion, justice, public service, women empowerment and cultural renaissance is still a source of inspiration for the society.'
'Our Government, under the leadership of Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi ji, following the path shown by Lokmata Devi Ahilyabai Holkar ji, is not only preserving the cultural heritage of the country but also realizing the resolve of 'Sabka Sath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas,' the post added.
Lokmata Ahilyabai Holkar is remembered for her people-centric policies, deep commitment to economic and socio-cultural issues, especially those that affected the life of women. She encouraged the education of women and their participation in the social and religious life of the local community. She supported and encouraged women weavers to make Maheshwari sarees.
Her contributions were wide-ranging from infrastructure development (water bodies, roads, dharamshalas) to reconstruction and revival of temples across the length and breadth of the land. The edifices created by her have not only left an indelible mark on India's cultural and spiritual landscape but also stood the test of time. (ANI)
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