New Delhi (NVI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi today inaugurated the Patrika Gate in Jaipur, Rajasthan, via video conferencing.
The iconic gate has been built by the Patrika Group of Newspapers on the Jawaharlal Nehru Marg in Jaipur.
Speaking on the occasion, the Prime Minister said the Gate reflects the culture of Rajasthan and shall turn into a major domestic and international tourist attraction.
PM Modi also released two books, the Samvad Upanishad and Akshar yatra, written by the chairman of Patrika Group of Newspapers.
Referring to the two books, PM Modi said they are a true representation of Indian culture and philosophy and that authors play a great role in educating the society.
“The views espoused in the Vedas are timeless and are meant for the entire humankind. He wished that Upanishad Samvad and Akshar Yatra are read widely,” he added.
The Prime Minister stressed the need for our new generation not to get away from serious knowledge. He termed the Vedas and Upanishads as not only embodiments of spiritual knowledge but also of scientific knowledge.
PM also highlighted the necessity of Swachh Bharat Abhiyan to provide toilets to the poor, to prevent them from many diseases. He also spoke about the importance of Ujjwala scheme that aims at protecting mothers and sisters from smoke and about Jal Jeevan mission to provide water to every house.
Lauding Indian media for their unprecedented service to the public and their contribution in raising awareness about Corona, Modi said it has been actively disseminating government’s actions at the ground level and also bringing out flaws in them.
He mentioned that the world listens to India more carefully now. In such a situation Indian media also needs to be global. Indian institutions should also give different literary awards of international stature.
Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot, Governor Kalraj Mishra and Gulab Kothari, were also present at the event.
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