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Business Standard
09-08-2025
- General
- Business Standard
Sanskrit is a timeless source of knowledge: PM Modi on World Sanskrit Day
Marking World Sanskrit Day on Saturday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the language is a timeless source of knowledge and expression. He also highlighted his government's efforts to popularize Sanskrit. "Today, on Shravan Poornima, we mark World Sanskrit Day. Sanskrit is a timeless source of knowledge and expression. Its impact can be found across sectors. This day is an occasion to appreciate the effort of every person around the world who is learning and popularising Sanskrit," PM Modi said in a post on X. "Over the last decade, our Government has undertaken many efforts to make Sanskrit popular. These include setting up Central Sanskrit Universities, Sanskrit Learning Centres, providing grants to Sanskrit scholars and the Gyan Bharatam Mission to digitise manuscripts. This has benefitted countless students and researchers," he said. Every year, Sanskrit Day is celebrated on the full moon day of the Shravan month, which also marks Raksha Bandhan. Sanskrit Week is also observed across the country to promote the language. This year, World Sanskrit Day falls on August 9, while Sanskrit Week will be celebrated from August 6 to 12, 2025. Sanskrit Day was first celebrated in 1969 through a joint effort by the Government of India and Sanskrit institutions. The objective is to promote Sanskrit, highlight its cultural and intellectual value, and encourage the younger generation to connect with this ancient language. Sanskrit Day is celebrated on Shravan Purnima, a day that traditionally marked the beginning of the academic year in ancient India. Students would begin their study of scriptures on this day, and even today, the recitation of 'Ved' starts on Shravan Purnima. It stands as a symbol of India's rich tradition of sages and Vedic knowledge. Sanskrit Day and Sanskrit Week hold a special place in India's cultural heritage. Today, both the Central and State Governments are actively promoting Sanskrit through technology and education to expand its reach and relevance. A beautiful verse describes Sanskrit as Amritam Sanskritam Mitram, Sarsam Saralam Vachah; Ekta-Moolakam Rashtram, Gyan-Vigyan-Poshakam. This means that Sanskrit is known for its elegance and clarity. Its profound ideas and literature enrich knowledge, advance science, and foster national unity. (Only the headline and picture of this report may have been reworked by the Business Standard staff; the rest of the content is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.)
India.com
09-08-2025
- General
- India.com
Sanskrit Is Timeless Source Of Knowledge And Expression: PM Modi On World Sanskrit Day
Marking World Sanskrit Day on Saturday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the language is a timeless source of knowledge and expression. He also highlighted his government's efforts to popularize Sanskrit. "Today, on Shravan Poornima, we mark World Sanskrit Day. Sanskrit is a timeless source of knowledge and expression. Its impact can be found across sectors. This day is an occasion to appreciate the effort of every person around the world who is learning and popularising Sanskrit," PM Modi said in a post on X. "Over the last decade, our Government has undertaken many efforts to make Sanskrit popular. These include setting up Central Sanskrit Universities, Sanskrit Learning Centres, providing grants to Sanskrit scholars and the Gyan Bharatam Mission to digitise manuscripts. This has benefitted countless students and researchers," he said. Every year, Sanskrit Day is celebrated on the full moon day of the Shravan month, which also marks Raksha Bandhan. Sanskrit Week is also observed across the country to promote the language. This year, World Sanskrit Day falls on August 9, while Sanskrit Week will be celebrated from August 6 to 12, 2025. Sanskrit Day was first celebrated in 1969 through a joint effort by the Government of India and Sanskrit institutions. The objective is to promote Sanskrit, highlight its cultural and intellectual value, and encourage the younger generation to connect with this ancient language. Sanskrit Day is celebrated on Shravan Purnima, a day that traditionally marked the beginning of the academic year in ancient India. Students would begin their study of scriptures on this day, and even today, the recitation of 'Ved' starts on Shravan Purnima. It stands as a symbol of India's rich tradition of sages and Vedic knowledge. Sanskrit Day and Sanskrit Week hold a special place in India's cultural heritage. Today, both the Central and State Governments are actively promoting Sanskrit through technology and education to expand its reach and relevance. A beautiful verse describes Sanskrit as Amritam Sanskritam Mitram, Sarsam Saralam Vachah; Ekta-Moolakam Rashtram, Gyan-Vigyan-Poshakam. This means that Sanskrit is known for its elegance and clarity. Its profound ideas and literature enrich knowledge, advance science, and foster national unity.
Time of India
08-08-2025
- General
- Time of India
Ru to start Sanskrit speaking course
Jaipur: The Rajasthan University announced Friday that it will begin working towards starting a Sanskrit speaking course. On Friday, the Sanskrit department of the university celebrated Sanskrit Day for the first time in over 75 years. TNN Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Raksha Bandhan wishes , messages and quotes !
India Gazette
17-06-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
CM Bhupendra Patel launches five key initiatives to promote, preserve Sanskrit language across Gujarat
Gandhinagar (Gujarat) [India], June 17 (ANI): Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel launched the Yojana Panchakam initiative under the aegis of the Gujarat State Sanskrit Board to promote, preserve, and propagate the ancient language of Sanskrit across the state. The initiative aims to inspire a cultural revival by encouraging public engagement with Sanskrit language and literature. According to a release, chairing the meeting of the Standing Committee of the Gujarat State Sanskrit Board, the Chief Minister also unveiled the official logo of the Board. The event was graced by Education Minister Kuber Dindor and Board Chairman Himanjay Paliwal. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has given the mantra of 'Virasat Bhi, Vikas Bhi' . In alignment with this vision, and to ensure the timely preservation and promotion of our ancient language Sanskrit, the Government of Gujarat established the Gujarat State Sanskrit Board in 2020. Under the guidance of Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, the State Sanskrit Board has launched a comprehensive five-scheme initiative in its first phase. These include the Sanskrit Saptahotsav, Sanskrit Sanvardhan Sahay Yojana, Sanskrit Protsahan Yojana, Shrimad Bhagavad Gita Yojana, and Shat Subhashita Kanth Path Yojana -- all aimed at expanding the reach of Sanskrit language and literature and bringing this ancient cultural treasure closer to the people. As part of Yojana Panchakam, the Sanskrit Saptahotsav Yojana will be observed across Gujarat from 6th August to 13th August. Various educational institutions and other organisations will participate in celebrating the rich heritage of Sanskrit. The initiative aims to create an immersive environment that reflects the essence of Sanskrit throughout the state. Traditionally, Shravan Sud Poonam (Raksha Bandhan) is celebrated as Sanskrit Day every year. This year, Sanskrit Day falls on 9th August, and the week-long celebration is being organised in its honour. As per the release, under the Sanskrit Sanvardhan Sahay Yojana scheme, financial assistance will be provided by the Board to institutions that submit proposals for conducting workshops, seminars, training programs, innovative initiatives, ceremonies, and research activities aimed at the promotion and propagation of the Sanskrit language and literature. As per the Sanskrit Protsahan Yojana in secondary schools, with more than 100 students enrolled in Standard 10, if all students opt to study Sanskrit as a subject, the respective institutions will be eligible to receive financial assistance from the Board based on the number of students. Shrimad Bhagavad Gita Yojana scheme seeks to ensure that people of all age groups across Gujarat become acquainted with the globally revered scripture, Shrimad Bhagavad Gita. Shata Subhashita Kanth Path Yojana aims at nurturing moral values and fostering the development of ideal citizens in society, this initiative will promote the memorization and recitation of 100 Subhashita among the community. Acoording to the release, a presentation outlining the activities of the Gujarat State Sanskrit Board was made before Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel during the meeting of the Board's Standing Committee. The Chief Minister also provided guidance on expanding the scope of the Board's initiatives and its future plans, recognising the Board as the nodal agency for the implementation of Sanskrit-related policies and schemes of the Government of Gujarat. Chief Secretary Pankaj Joshi, Additional Chief Secretary of the Education Department Sunayna Tomar, Principal Secretary of Education Mukesh Kumar, Principal Secretary of the Finance Department T Natarajan, Additional Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister Avantika Singh, Commissioner of Higher Education, Dilip Rana, Chairman of the Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board, MA Pandya, along with the Officer on Special Duty of the Board and other senior officials, were present at the meeting. (ANI)
