Vijayadashami festival gives an eternal message of victory of truth and dharma: Chief Minister Mr. Vishnu Deo Sai
Lord Shri Ram has a deep emotional connection with Chhattisgarh, Chhattisgarh is the maternal home of Mother Kaushalya and the birthplace of Lord Shri Ram.
Standing for truth, justice, and humanity is the real adherence to the ideals of Lord Shri Ram: Chief Minister Mr. Sai
Chief Minister performed the burning of effigies of Ravan, Kumbhakarna, and Meghnad at the historic WRS ground in Raipur.
Under the leadership of Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi, India has shown strong willpower against terrorism; the campaign against Maoism in Chhattisgarh has gained decisive momentum.
More than 49 thousand devotees from Chhattisgarh have had the fortune to have darshan in Ayodhya Dham through the Shriramlala Darshan Yojana.
Raipur / Chief Minister Mr. Vishnu Deo Sai said that the festival of Vijadashami is not just a celebration of the victory of good over evil, but a great cultural festival that gives an eternal message to remain steadfast on the path of truth, dharma, justice, and humanity. The life of Lord Shri Ram teaches us that no matter how difficult and challenging the path of truth may be, victory ultimately belongs to truth and dharma. Whenever there is an opportunity to choose between right and wrong in life, we should always stand for truth, justice, and humanity, because who we stand with is the true identity of our character and values.
Chief Minister Mr. Sai was addressing the Vijadashami festival organized at the historic WRS ground in the capital Raipur today. Amidst the presence of thousands of people and the chanting of Lord Shri Ram, the Chief Minister burnt the huge effigies of Ravan, Kumbhakarna, and Meghnad with bow and arrow. On this occasion, he extended heartfelt congratulations and best wishes for Vijadashami to the people of the state and wished for happiness, peace, prosperity, and well-being in everyone's life.
Chief Minister Mr. Sai said that Vijadashami is a symbol of our rich cultural heritage, social harmony, and national unity. This festival connects us with our culture and traditions, and also inspires us to strengthen harmony, ethics, and human values in society.
Chief Minister Mr. Sai said that Raipur's WRS ground has been a witness to the glorious tradition of Vijadashami celebrations for more than five decades. Every year, the message of the victory of dharma over adharma and truth over untruth reaches everyone through the burning of Ravan here. This tradition, which has been going on for years, is not just a festival but an important medium to keep our cultural consciousness alive and connect the new generation with Indian life values.
He said that Vijadashami reminds us that the real strength of society and nation lies in truth, righteousness, unity, and justice. These very values embedded in our cultural traditions have inspired us to move forward on the right path from generation to generation.
*Deep and Emotional Connection of Chhattisgarh with Lord Shri Ram*
Chief Minister Mr. Sai said that the festival of Vijadashami holds special significance for the people of Chhattisgarh because Lord Shri Ram has a very deep and emotional connection with this holy land. Chhattisgarh is considered the maternal home of Mother Kaushalya and the birthplace of Lord Shri Ram. According to religious beliefs, during their exile, Lord Shri Ram spent a long time in the forests of Chhattisgarh with Mother Sita and brother Lakshman. That is why Lord Shri Ram is deeply ingrained in the folk faith, culture, and daily life of Chhattisgarh.
He said that the entire life of Lord Shri Ram is an unparalleled example of sacrifice, dignity, patience, courage, and unwavering devotion to dharma. Despite facing many hardships and challenges during his exile, he never deviated from the path of his duty and dharma. His life inspires us to move forward with patience, dignity, and determination even in adverse circumstances.
*The power of truth and dharma is greater than strength*
Chief Minister Mr. Sai said that Ravan possessed immense military power, weapons, and a huge army of mighty warriors. On the other hand, Lord Shri Ram was living a forest life. He organized the forest dwellers and the monkey army to confront a formidable power like Ravan and emerged victorious. This incident tells us that greater than resources and physical strength is the power of truth, dharma, firm resolve, and collective effort.
He said that Vijadashami gives us the courage to understand the difference between right and wrong in our lives and to stand firmly on the side of truth. The struggle of Lord Shri Ram was not just a war against Ravan, but a struggle to establish dharma and justice against injustice, oppression, and unrighteousness.
*One who supports unrighteousness cannot escape its consequences*
Chief Minister said that the burning of the effigies of Meghnad and Kumbhakarna along with Ravan also gives a profound message. No matter how powerful a person is who supports falsehood and unrighteousness, he ultimately has to face its consequences. Therefore, we should give the highest place to truth, justice, compassion, and humanity on every occasion in life.
He said that the real adherence to the ideals of Lord Shri Ram lies not only in worshipping him but in adopting his life values in our conduct. Standing for justice in society, supporting the weak and needy, and honestly performing one's duties is the core spirit of Ram Rajya.
*Operation Sindoor is a symbol of India's strong willpower against terrorism*
On the occasion of Vijadashami, Chief Minister Mr. Sai, mentioning Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi's strong policy against terrorism, said that through Operation Sindoor, the country has demonstrated its unwavering commitment and strong willpower towards national security. India has made it clear that there will be no compromise with the security of the country and the interests of its citizens.
The Chief Minister said that the state government is moving forward with the resolve to establish lasting peace, security, and development in the state. Creating an atmosphere of trust, development, and prosperity in every region of the state, including Bastar, is our top priority. The government's goal is to ensure that the light of development reaches the last person along with peace and security.
*Pran Pratishtha of Ramlala is the fulfillment of the resolve and faith of crores of Indians*
Chief Minister Mr. Sai said that the life of Lord Shri Ram inspires us to make resolutions and fulfill them. The construction of the grand Ram temple in Ayodhya is a symbol of the fulfillment of the resolve connected with the faith, penance, and long struggle of crores of devotees.
He said that January 22, 2024, will forever be etched in golden letters in the cultural and spiritual history of India. On this day, the Pran Pratishtha of Ramlala was held in the newly constructed grand Ram temple in Ayodhya. This occasion was an extremely emotional, proud, and historic moment for crores of Ram devotees across the country and the world.
*More than 49 thousand devotees had darshan of Ramlala*
Chief Minister Mr. Sai said that considering the immense devotion and religious faith of the people of the state towards Lord Shri Ram, the Chhattisgarh government has launched the Shriramlala Ayodhya Dham Darshan Yojana. Through this scheme, more than 49 thousand devotees from the state have so far had the fortune to visit Ayodhya Dham and have darshan of Ramlala.
He said that the cultural heritage of Chhattisgarh is very rich, and the religious sites associated with Lord Shri Ram hold a special place in it. The state government is working with full commitment for the preservation and promotion of the culture, faith, and religious traditions of the state.
*Call to build a prosperous Chhattisgarh by following the ideals of Lord Shri Ram*
Chief Minister Mr. Sai, extending his best wishes for Vijadashami again to the people of the state, called upon everyone to internalize the ideals of Lord Shri Ram in their lives. He urged them to perform their duties with full devotion by following the path of truth, justice, harmony, compassion, and humanity, and to participate in building a peaceful, harmonious, secure, and prosperous Chhattisgarh.
Rajya Sabha MP Mrs. Lakshmi Verma and Raipur North MLA Mr. Purandar Mishra also addressed the program. On this occasion, former MLAs Mr. Kuldeep Singh Juneja, Mr. Jayanti Bhai Patel, Mr. Suryakant Rathore, head of the organizing committee Mr. G. Swami, office bearers of National Club and the organizing committee, and a large number of citizens were present.