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Hans India
4 days ago
- General
- Hans India
Scholars, students celebrate World Sanskrit Day at Raj Bhavan
Hyderabad: The Sanskrit Academy of Osmania University, in collaboration with Raj Bhavan, celebrated World Sanskrit Day on Monday at the Raj Bhavan Community Hall. The event saw a large gathering of Sanskrit scholars, academicians, and students, creating an atmosphere of cultural pride and scholarly exchange. Jishnu Dev Varma, Governor of Telangana, attended as the Chief Guest and Prof. M. Kumar, Vice Chancellor of Osmania University, was the Guest of Honour. Among the audience were around 170 Sanskrit students from various Gurukulams who actively participated in Vedic chanting, Bhagavad Gita recitation, and other traditional presentations. A highlight of the programme was the release of the critical edition of 'Yoga Chintamani', an 18th-century yoga text meticulously edited by the Sanskrit Academy. The publication was formally unveiled by the dignitaries, marking an important academic milestone for the Academy. In his address, Prof. Kumar congratulated the Academy on its achievement and urged the younger generation to dedicate themselves to the systematic study of Sanskrit. He emphasised the relevance of Sanskrit texts in understanding the history, culture, and scientific heritage of the nation. With an insightful lecture, he explored opportunities in Sanskrit research and exhorted students to restore the ancient glory of the language. Prof. Kumar also assured the Academy of full support for its academic initiatives and called upon society to revisit the contributions of ancient Indian scientists, while encouraging further scholarly exploration in the field. Speaking on the occasion, Governor Jishnudev Varma highlighted the importance of Sanskrit in contemporary times, particularly in the context of nationalism. Quoting extensively from the Ramayana and Mahabharata, he illustrated how Sanskrit epics upheld national values without promoting invasion or colonisation. He also referenced great scholars and scientists like Panini, Aryabhata, and Bhaskaracharya, noting the enduring value of their works even in modern times. Bhavani Shankar, Joint Secretary of Raj Bhavan and a key organiser of the event, was among the Guests of Honour. Prof. Nilakantham, former Director of the Sanskrit Academy, rendered Sanskrit verses from classical texts and shared updates on the Academy's progress. The event, filled with traditional recitations and academic exchanges, was conducted by Prof. Penna Madhusudan, Director of the Sanskrit Academy. The celebration reflected the enduring relevance of Sanskrit in India's intellectual and cultural life, inspiring both seasoned scholars and young learners alike.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Dhami inaugurates model Sanskrit villages in all 13 Uttarakhand districts
Dehradun: Uttarakhand chief minister on Sunday inaugurated 13 Sanskrit villages — one in each district of the state — and announced a primary Sanskrit school in each. Sanskrit has been the state's second official language since 2010, with Uttarakhand being the first in the country to grant it that status. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now In 2022, the govt announced plans to develop a modern Sanskrit village in every district, where the language would eventually become the common tongue. State education minister Dhan Singh Rawat also announced that from next year, NCC and NSS will be introduced in Sanskrit schools, and shortages of teachers will be addressed. Trainers were appointed to Sanskrit villages in April this year. In Sanskrit villages, the language will be used not just in ceremonies but in daily conversations, festivals, rituals, and even on public signboards. The special instructors will train residents to communicate fluently in Sanskrit, encouraging them to recite shlokas from the Vedas, Puranas and Upanishads during rituals, and sing in Sanskrit during festivals. The initiative is inclusive, involving children from all backgrounds, including those from the Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes, to foster social harmony. Villages may also adopt Sanskrit names for public spaces, with a gradual focus on building touristic appeal. The CM said each model village would see the construction of dedicated Sanskrit buildings and residents will be encouraged to use Sanskrit in daily life, making it part of everyday conversation, behaviour, and communication again. The Central Sanskrit University is providing trained instructors, and local committees are helping oversee curriculum and activities. Instructors undergo training at the Sanskrit Academy in Haridwar, and lessons cover shlokas, epics and Vedic texts, with plans to integrate AI and introduce signage in Sanskrit throughout the villages. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Special scholarships are being provided to promote Sanskrit in schools, and students excelling in the subject will be honoured under the Sanskrit Student Talent Award Scheme. To further boost the language, the Uttarakhand Sanskrit Academy in Haridwar is organising events such as the All-India Research Conference, the All-India Astrology Conference, and the All-India Veda Conference. Officials noted that the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 seeks to make Sanskrit a modern, practical language, with universities being equipped with digital resources, e-learning platforms, and mobile apps. A Sanskrit vision statement, outlining the state's roadmap for promotion of the language in line with NEP, was unveiled on the occasion.
