I am talking about the events of a thousand years ago for a reason. That widespread consciousness, the all-encompassing form of sacrifice and penance, instilled a new belief in the hearts of the masses, and in 1947, the country finally achieved independence, fulfilling the dreams nurtured during a thousand years of subjugation. Numerous great souls, who spent their youth in prisons, were relentlessly striving to break the chains of slavery and for the freedom of the country. A formidable force was ready for sacrifices to attain freedom. Mother India stood up to break chains, to shatter shackles, and the women power, youth power, farmers, and people from villages, workers and every Indian who lived, breathed, and strived for the dream of freedom was ready. Today, I want to mention this because during this phase, India's brave souls from across the country continued to keep the flame of freedom burning, and establish a tradition of sacrifice. What an adverse period it must have been, that thousand-year span.Īn event might seem small, but its effects can persist for a thousand years. We got ensnared in slavery, and whoever came, looted us, and ruled over us. However, we couldn't have known that this event would lead India into a thousand years of subjugation. A small kingdom and its king were defeated. We all know that our country was invaded 1000-1200 years ago. Sometimes, these events might seem small and insignificant at the beginning, but they lay the roots for numerous problems. When we look back at history, there are moments that leave an indelible mark, and their impact lasts for centuries. Both the state and central governments are working together to find solutions to the issues and will continue to do so. The people of Manipur have maintained peace in the past few days, and they should continue to foster that peace, as it is the path to resolution. However, in the last few days, we have been hearing continuous reports of peace, and the entire nation stands with the people of Manipur. In the past few weeks, particularly in Manipur in the North-East, and in some other parts of India, there has been a spell of violence, where many people lost their lives, and the dignity of mothers and daughters was violated. I express my condolences to all the families who have suffered in this crisis and assure that the state in tandem with the central government will leave no stone unturned to stand by you and resolve all those troubles at the earliest. Unfortunately, this time the natural calamity created unimaginable distress in many parts of the country. There will not be a bigger day to commit to national development, with new inspirations, new consciousness, new resolutions, as the country opens up immense possibilities and opportunities. Our country will be celebrating a milestone of 75th year on next 26th January which is our Republic Day. We will also be remembering the premier of ‘bhakti and yog’ Meerabai, on the occasion of 525th years of her life immersed in spiritualism. This year our nation is going to celebrate with great fervor, the 500th birth anniversary of the iconic women warrior Rani Durgawati. It is also the 150th birth anniversary of Swami Dayanand Saraswati ji. Today, 15th August, is also the 150th birth anniversary of Sri Aurobindo, the great revolutionary and pioneer of spiritual life. I humbly bow down to their penance in giving us a free nation. Today I respectfully pay homage to all those who contributed and sacrificed their lives during our freedom movement. The Non-cooperation/Civil Disobedience and Satyagraha Movement under the leadership of our ‘pujyaBapu’ revered Mahatma Gandhi ji, bravehearts like Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev and Rajguru, and their generation, there will hardly be any person who has not contributed to the independence of the country. On this momentous and sacred occasion, I extend my greetings to each and every citizen of the country, to each one who loves, respects and takes pride in our nation India. Such a humongous nation is today celebrating the festival of independence with its 140 crore brothers and sisters and all family members. World’s biggest democracy and in the context of population as well, we are trusted for being number one.
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