TFP Bureau, Raipur, February 3, 2024: Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Dev Sai extended a warm welcome to attendees at the All India Vedic Mahasammelan and felicitation ceremony, a significant event in the Gyan Jyoti Parv series, commemorating the 200th birth anniversary of Maharishi Dayanand Saraswati. Held at the Gurukul Ashram in the village of Turanga, Raigarh, the ceremony witnessed the presence of notable figures, including Mother Mallika Chaturbhuj, Finance Minister Shri O.P. Chaudhary, and Shri Prabal Pratap Singh Judev.
Addressing the gathering, Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Dev Sai expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to participate in the Sant Sammelan, emphasizing the importance of commemorating Swami Dayanand Saraswati’s 200th birth anniversary. He acknowledged Arya Samaj’s consistent efforts in rural and tribal areas, particularly in the domains of education and social upliftment. The Chief Minister urged Arya Samaj to continue its dedicated public service.
Reflecting on the progress of his government, Shri Vishnu Dev Sai highlighted the approval of 18 lakh PM houses in the state within a short span, attributing it to the commitment of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. He also emphasized the state government’s initiatives, including celebrating Good Governance Day on December 25th and providing bonuses to over 12 lakh farmers.
The Chief Minister lauded the economic growth under Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s leadership, celebrating the recent consecration of Lord Shri Ram in Ayodhya. He announced the ‘Ramlala Darshan Scheme,’ offering the people of the state the opportunity to witness Ramlala. Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Dev Sai, along with Finance Minister Shri O.P. Chaudhary, honored Mother Mallika Chaturbhuj during the occasion.
In a noteworthy development, Chief Minister Shri Sai laid the foundation stone for a guest house building within the premises of Arsh Gurukul Ashram, Turanga, as part of the 200th birth anniversary celebrations of Swami Dayanand Saraswati. Established in 1992, the Gurukul Ashram is a symbol of educational excellence.
The impact of Arya Samaj’s educational endeavors extended beyond local boundaries, with 260 children, including those from states like Manipur, Mizoram, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Madhya Pradesh, receiving Vedic and general education at the Arsh Gurukul in Turanga. These children benefit from free education in the residential ashram, further emphasizing Arya Samaj’s commitment to holistic education.
