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Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Ahilyabai Holkar strengthened roots of Sanatan Dharma: Yogi Adityanath
Chief minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday described the life and contributions of Ahilyabai Holkar as a timeless source of inspiration for Indian society, noting that she strengthened the roots of Sanatan Dharma and laid the foundation of India's cultural legacy through her broader national vision, which continues to shape New India even today. He made the remarks at two events held under the 'Punyashlok' Pujya Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Tricentenary Year Memorial Campaign-2025' at Ram Manohar Lohia Law University and GPO Park in Lucknow. Speaking at the law university, Adityanath said, 'The remarkable contributions of Lokmata Ahilyabai Holkar to Sanatan Dharma are a source of inspiration for all. This very inspiration motivates us to ensure that the foundation of good governance becomes a heritage.' He added that PM Narendra Modi's vision of combining heritage with development reflects the same path once laid by Lokmata Ahilyabai Holkar. At a time when her kingdom was much smaller compared to modern India, she still went beyond her borders to restore temples destroyed by invaders, thereby strengthening the roots of Sanatan Dharma, he said. He further said that the One District One Product (ODOP) scheme being run in Uttar Pradesh is a true tribute to Lokmata Ahilyabai Holkar, as it helps revive the lives of traditional artisans and craftsmen. He also mentioned that new PAC battalions have been formed in the name of women warriors like Maharani Laxmibai, Uda Devi, Jhalkari Bai, and Avanti Bai. He mentioned that reserving 20% seats for women in the Uttar Pradesh Police Force is part of the same mission started by Prime Minister Modi to empower women. The CM further said that Maharaja Suheldev, who exposed and defeated the foreign invader Salar Masud nearly a thousand years ago, was largely forgotten by Indian society. Salar Masud was the nephew of Mahmud of Ghazni and had repeatedly looted and destroyed the Somnath temple. He was also the first to attack the Shri Ram Janambhoomi. The chief minister explained that in 1033 AD, when Salar Masud returned to India with the aim of destroying temples, Maharaja Suheldev led a strong resistance and defeated him so thoroughly that no foreign invader dared to enter India for the next 150 years. 'Power-hungry individuals who submitted to foreign rule erased Suheldev's legacy from the pages of history,' he remarked. A symbol of ideal Ram Rajya: BJP MLA BJP's Sarojini Nagar MLA Dr Rajeshwar Singh welcomed the dignitaries at the event held at the law university in his assembly constituency. Besides CM Yogi, those who attended the event included BJP national general secretary (organisation) B.L. Santosh, BJP state president Bhupendra Singh Chaudhary, and deputy chief minister Keshav Prasad Maurya. Dr Rajeshwar Singh expressed pride in hosting the event in his constituency, calling Devi Ahilyabai Holkar a 'symbol of ideal Ram Rajya.' He noted her extraordinary legacy—restoration of 8,527 temples across India, establishment of 39 orphanages, and her inspirational governance from 1767 to 1795. 'Ahilyabai Holkar transcended royalty to become 'Devi Ahilya' – a beacon of dignity, devotion, and courage. The overwhelming presence of women today has made this event truly divine,' he said. Meanwhile, at GPO Park, the chief minister inaugurated an exhibition which, he said, will educate the people of Uttar Pradesh about Ahilyabai Holkar's significant contributions. He emphasised that the past is not merely meant to be read about but to be reflected upon and learned from. He stated that it is our responsibility to correct historical missteps and embrace the glorious chapters of our history as ideals. Adityanath further stated that, under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India is currently experiencing a renaissance of its cultural heritage and ancient values. He said, 'From Kashi Vishwanath Dham to Kedarnath, from Muktinath in Nepal to Somnath, and from Mahakal to Rameswaram — efforts to reconnect with India's spiritual and cultural heritage are evident under Prime Minister Modi's leadership.' Before his address, the chief minister visited the exhibition, which showcased various themes from Ahilyabai Holkar's era, including her contributions to agriculture, women's empowerment, business, justice, administration, compassion, prosperity, and equality. She was invincible: BL Santosh BJP national general secretary (Organisation) B.L. Santosh on Thursday said Maharani Ahilyabai Holkar was truly invincible—she never lost a single battle. 'Her contributions to the revival of India's religious and cultural heritage are monumental. The very existence of the grand temples in Kashi, especially in their current form, is largely due to her efforts. Had it not been for Ahilyabai Holkar, we might not have witnessed this architectural and spiritual grandeur in Kashi,' Santosh said. He lamented that mainstream education has long overlooked such towering figures. 'It is unfortunate that we were not taught about Ahilyabai Holkar in schools and colleges. For years, leaders like Shivaji, Maharana Pratap, and Ahilyabai were excluded from our academic curriculum. Yet, 300 years ago—long before the term 'women empowerment' gained popularity—Ahilyabai had already set a remarkable example,' Santosh stated.
India Gazette
4 days ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
Uttarakhand CM Dhami flags off 'Ahilya Smriti Marathon' Ek Virasat-Ek Sankalp program in Dehradun
Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], May 28 (ANI): Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Wednesday flagged off the 'Ahilya Smriti Marathon' Ek Virasat-Ek Sankalp program at Pavilion Ground in Dehradun. Chief Minister Dhami participated in the marathon after flagging off the program. The Chief Minister said such events bring awareness and unity, and create a healthy society. On May 27, CM Dhami inaugurated the 'Pratham' Gaja Ghantakarna Mahotsav-2025, organized at Atal Utkrishta R.I.C. Gaja, Tehri. CM Dhami prayed at the Ghantakarna temple in Gaja and wished for the prosperity of the state and garlanded the statue of state agitator Shaheed Belmati Chauhan, and congratulated everyone on the festival. The Chief Minister said that such festivals provide unique support in taking forward the rich culture and tradition. Gaja Ghantakarna Temple is one of the mythological temples. After the parikrama of Badrinath, the second parikrama is performed at the place. From the point of view of tourism, it is a very important place, from where Haridwar and the Himalayas are visible. CM Dhami said that by organizing the festival, a new foundation of development is being laid here, which is a commendable effort to take forward the historically rich culture. He said that the Prime Minister's goal of developed India by the year 2047 will be fulfilled only when the village, panchayat, area, district, and Uttarakhand develop. 'The state government is striving for a resolution without any alternative, and no one can stop Uttarakhand from becoming the best state in India. India's economy has come from 11th to fourth position, and by 2027, it will emerge as the third economy, and India will become a world leader and leader. Today, under the able leadership of Prime Minister Modi, India's culture and heritage is in Amritkaal. During this time, from the grand and divine temple of Lord Ram in Ayodhya to Mahakal temple in Ujjain, master plan of Badrinath in Uttarakhand, reconstruction work in Kedarnath, all-weather road, many works are being done in remote rural areas like agriculture, horticulture, energy, promotion of cultural heritage, infrastructure etc,' CM Dhami said. The Chief Minister said that the Polytechnic has been set up in Gaja at a cost of about 30 crores, the Henvalghati pumping drinking water scheme for 24 crores, the Nagar Panchayat office, Gaushala, rest house work has been done. 'To strengthen the local economy, products of One District One Product, the House of Himalaya brand, are being manufactured. The excellent products made by the sisters associated with self-help groups skilled in skill development are leaving even foreign companies behind. Doors of possibilities are opening in many areas like farm machinery, Apple Mission, new tourism policy, new film policy, solar self-employment, tourism, and agriculture,' he added. (ANI)
India Gazette
4 days ago
- Business
- India Gazette
Uttarakhand: CM Dhami inaugurates Gaja Ghantakarna Mahotsav
Tehri Garhwal (Uttarakhand) [India], May 28 (ANI): Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Tuesday inaugurated the 'Pratham' Gaja Ghantakarna Mahotsav-2025, organized at Atal Utkrishta R.I.C. Gaja, Tehri. CM Dhami prayed at the Ghantakarna temple in Gaja and wished for the prosperity of the state and garlanded the statue of state agitator Shaheed Belmati Chauhan, and congratulated everyone on the festival. The Chief Minister said that such festivals give unique support in taking forward the rich culture and tradition. Gaja Ghantakarna Temple is one of the mythological temples. After the parikrama of Badrinath, the second parikrama is performed at the place. From the point of view of tourism, it is a very important place, from where Haridwar and the Himalayas are visible. CM Dhami said that by organizing the festival, a new foundation of development is being laid here, which is a commendable effort to take forward the historically rich culture. The Chief Minister said that the Prime Minister's goal of developed India resolution by the year 2047 will be fulfilled only when the village, panchayat, area, district, and Uttarakhand develop. The state government is striving for a resolution without any alternative, and no one can stop Uttarakhand from becoming the best state in India. India's economy has come from 11th to fourth position, and by 2027, it will emerge as the third economy, and India will become a world leader and leader. Today, under the able leadership of Prime Minister Modi, India's culture and heritage is in Amritkaal. During this time, from the grand and divine temple of Lord Ram in Ayodhya to Mahakal temple in Ujjain, master plan of Badrinath in Uttarakhand, reconstruction work in Kedarnath, all-weather road, many works are being done in remote rural areas like agriculture, horticulture, energy, promotion of cultural heritage, infrastructure etc. The Chief Minister said that the Polytechnic has been set up in Gaja at a cost of about 30 crores, the Henvalghati pumping drinking water scheme for 24 crores, the Nagar Panchayat office, Gaushala, rest house work has been done. To strengthen the local economy, products of One District One Product, the House of Himalaya brand, are being manufactured. The excellent products made by the sisters associated with self-help groups skilled in skill development are leaving even foreign companies behind. Doors of possibilities are opening in many areas like farm machinery, Apple Mission, new tourism policy, new film policy, solar self-employment, tourism, agriculture, etc. The Chief Minister said that under the leadership of the Prime Minister, Uttarakhand is moving towards becoming a leading state. The state government has taken many historic decisions, including Uniform Civil Code (UCC) law, anti-copying law, conversion law, strict land law etc. Worked on zero tolerance to end corruption. By bringing anti-copying law, more than 100 copy mafias have been sent to jail. About 23 thousand youth have achieved success in their jobs. (ANI)
Time of India
22-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
IFS delegation explores UP's biz potential
Lucknow: A delegation of Indian Foreign Service (IFS) officers from 2013-14 is exploring UP's initiatives in trade, exports, tourism and skill development. The visit, organised in coordination with Invest UP, aims to enhance global awareness of Uttar Pradesh's policies and position the state as a premier destination for investment, employment and inbound tourism. As part of the same, the delegation visited the Uttar Pradesh Skill Development Mission (UPSDM), where senior officials, including principal secretary Hari Om, led discussions on aligning skill development with international standards and expanding global employment prospects through high-quality training programmes like 'Special Project Praveen' and rural skill initiatives. Later, the officers interacted with officials in the state tourism department, where they were apprised of the state's 12 mega tourism circuits. , including the Spiritual Triangle of Ayodhya, Varanasi and Prayagraj, and the Buddhist circuit, which attracts global pilgrims. The discussions centred on collaborative efforts between embassies and the tourism department to enhance UP's visibility on the global tourism map and attract high-value foreign travelers. Earlier, on May 21, the delegation gathered information on the flagship scheme, One District One Product (ODOP), and the upcoming Export Policy 2025, besides meeting officials in the IT and electronics department.
United News of India
21-05-2025
- Business
- United News of India
Seven Odisha SHG products to shine at Maldives Saras World Expo
Bhubaneswar, May 21 (UNI) Seven unique products under the One District One Product (ODOP) initiative, crafted by five Self Help Groups (SHGs) from Odisha, have been selected for display at the Maldives Saras World Expo 2025. The event will take place from May 23 to 31. This year, special products from across India, developed by SHGs under the ODOP initiative of the Union Ministry of Rural Development, will be showcased at the expo. Among the selected Odisha entries are Pattachitra Ketli and Odisha Pattachitra by the Raghurajpur Producer Group,Pattachitra Bottle by the Naya Patmay Samiti Sambalpuri Shaadi by the Bargarh Handloom and Agri Producer Company Limited, Ikat Shaadi by Ma Mangala SHG, Subarnapur,Dokra Konark Wall Hanging and Dokra Artwork by the Utkal Dokra Craft Producer Group. These entries will showcase the rich cultural heritage and craftsmanship of Odisha on an international platform. Both Sambalpuri Shaadi and Ikat Shaadi have received the prestigious Geographical Indication (GI) tag. All products have been crafted and packaged by women members of SHGs who have been empowered through continuous training, skill development, financial aid, and institutional support provided by the Government of Odisha. This international opportunity is the result of the vision of Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi for a self-reliant and progressive Odisha, where rural women are not only financially independent but also globally competitive. Under the leadership of Deputy Chief Minister Parvathi Parida and the Lakshpati Didi initiative, over 16 lakh SHG members in Odisha are now earning an annual income of Rs.1 lakh or more. Official sources stated that this event will play a significant role in providing a global platform for the SHG movement in Odisha. UNI DP PRS
