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United News of India
a day ago
- Politics
- United News of India
Fadnavis releases special issue of ‘Lokrajya' on Ahilyadevi Holkar
Ahilyanagar, May 31(UNI) On the occasion of the tercentenary of Ahilyadevi Holkar's birth anniversary, a special issue of 'Lokrajya' based on her life and work was released by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Saturday. The publication ceremony organized at the tercentenary birth anniversary celebration of Ahilyadevi Holkar at Choundi was attended by Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, chairman of Maharashtra Legislative Council Prof Ram Shinde, Water Resources Minister and Guardian Minister of the district Radhakrishna Vikhe Patil, Sports and Youth Welfare Minister Dattatray Bharne, Other Backward Bahujan Welfare Minister Atul Save, MLA Gopichand Padalkar, MLA Vitthalrao Langhe, MLA Babasaheb Deshmukh, MLA Shivaji Kardile, MLA Narayan Patil, MLA Amol Khatal, MLA Chitra Wagh, MLA Kashinath Date, MLA Monika Rajale, MLA Suresh Dhas among others. This issue has been prepared under the guidance of Brijesh Singh, Principal Secretary and Director General of Directorate General of Information and Public Relations and Editor-in-Chief of 'Lokrajya'. The cover of the issue has a logo created on the occasion of the birth tercentenary. The issue provides information on the life of Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar, her work in Maharashtra, religious devotion, social work, ideal of governance, philanthropy, and various structures built by her. UNI VKB PRS
Time of India
3 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
CM: Life & contributions of Ahilyabai Holkar inspire all
1 2 Lucknow: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday described the life and contributions of Devi Ahilyabai Holkar as a "timeless source of inspiration" for Indian society. Yogi was speaking after inaugurating an exhibition at GPO Park organised under 'Punyashlok' Pujya Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Tricentenary Year Memorial Campaign-2025. The CM said the exhibition will educate the people about Lokmata's contributions while providing an opportunity to draw inspiration from her exemplary work in promoting social harmony, national unity and public welfare. "The past is not merely meant to be read about but to be reflected upon and learn from it. It is our responsibility to correct historical missteps and embrace the glorious chapters of our history as ideals," he said. Yogi noted that this exhibition offers a valuable opportunity for introspection. "Devi Ahilyabai Holkar's nationwide vision established her as a remarkable symbol of good governance, security and public order," he said. The Chief Minister said: "While we may not have witnessed Lokmata Ahilyabai's era firsthand, over the past 11 years we have seen a living reflection of her ideals in the governance model of Prime Minister Modi. 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. " He also expressed satisfaction that consistent efforts are being made to bring the life and legacy of the nation's great personalities closer to the masses. "As part of this mission, Uttar Pradesh is hosting a series of events from May 21 to 31, including seminars, essay competitions, exhibitions, drama series and folk music programmes, under the 'Punyashlok' Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Janm Trishatabdi Varsh Smriti Abhiyan," he said. Highlighting country's progress, the CM said today's India is not only a nation of ideas but also a vibrant example of infrastructure-led development. "With the expansion of highways, expressways, rail networks, metro systems, rapid rail corridors, airways, and waterways, a new image of India is emerging. The health sector, too, has seen transformative change — while the country had only one AIIMS for decades after Independence, six more were built under former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, and now 23 additional AIIMS have been established under Prime Minister Modi, presenting a modern model of healthcare. " He further said the nation was steadily advancing toward the goal of 'One District, One Medical College,' while the National Education Policy is proving to be a milestone in reforming the education sector. A host of senior BJP leaders, including party national general secretary (organisation) BL Santhosh, UP BJP chief Bhupendra Chaudhary, UP BJP general secretary (organisation) Dharampal Singh, Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya and jal shakti minister Swatantra Dev Singh also attended the event. Maurya said this exhibition is a matter of inspiration for the youth, especially for daughters. "Along with efficient governance, Lokmata showed the revival of not one but many religious places which were destroyed by the Mughals," he said.
India Gazette
3 days ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi inaugurates exhibition in Lucknow to mark Ahilyabai Holkar's birth anniversary
Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 29 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday inaugurated a grand exhibition in Lucknow, organised under the 'Punyashlok' Pujya Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Tricentenary Year Memorial Campaign-2025. The Chief Minister described the life and contributions of Devi Ahilyabai Holkar to mark her birth anniversary. 'Prime Minister Narendra Modi has connected the entire nation with a new jewel from India's glorious past through this exhibition dedicated to Pujya Devi Ahilyabai Holkar. With the intent that more and more people can visit and pay their respects to such a revered Lok Mata, this exhibition has been organised not just here, but at every district headquarters, said CM Adityanath. Chief Minister Yogi said that the grand initiative will inspire the entire state and serve as a significant milestone in our collective journey toward national integration and innovative societal efforts. Earlier, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expressed happiness that a Government Medical College in Auraiya would be named after Lokmata Ahilyabai Holkar. The UP chief minister slammed the previous Samajwadi Party state government for renaming a degree college in Auraiya. 'There was a degree college in Auraiya named after Lokmata Ahilyabai Holkar. The Samajwadi Party government had changed the name of that degree college. Today, I am happy to announce that in the same Auraiya, we will name the Government Medical College after Lokmata Ahilyabai Holkar', CM Yogi said. Last week, CM Yogi Adityanath inaugurated the National Seminar-2025 on 'Harmony with Nature and Sustainable Development' on Thursday. The CM stated that achieving the country's goal of net zero by 2070 could not be fulfilled solely by the government but required the collective efforts of everyone. Devi Ahilyabai Holkar was born on 31 May 1725 in a Maratha Hindu family in the village of Chaundi, now in Maharashtra's Ahmednagar district. This year marks her 300th birth anniversary. (ANI)
