Eminent academicians enlightened the National webinar participants organized by CUP Bathinda
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Central University of Punjab, Bathinda (CUPB) under the leadership of Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Raghavendra P. Tiwari organized a national webinar on the theme ‘National Security, Human Rights, Maharana Pratap and Gita’ (Rashtriya Suraksha, Manvadhikar, Maharana Pratap and Gita) .
During this programme, eminent academicians enlightened the participants on the webinar theme. Prof. Rajneesh Kumar Shukla, the Vice Chancellor of Mahatma Gandhi Antarrashtriya Hindi Vishwavidyalaya, Wardha (MGAHV, Wardha) graced the occasion as the Saraswat Guest. The Chief Guest and Distinguished Guest of the programme were Prof. Sushma Yadav, the Vice Chancellor of Bhagat Phool Singh Mahila Vishwavidyalaya, Sonipat and Dr. Rajender Pensiya, IAS respectively. Shri Ram Krishan Goswami, the Founder President of Bhartiya Charitra Nirman Sansthan, Delhi delivered the Prastavik Evam Beej Vaktavya in this programme.
The National Webinar commenced with the inaugural lecture by Shri Ram Krishan Goswami. While addressing the participants, Shri Ram Krishan explained the concept of ‘National Security’ and ‘Human Rights’. He stated that ‘Shrimad Bhagavad Gita’ has taught us to follow the path of dharma, meditation for self-realization and disciplined life. He highlighted that being inspired by the teachings of Holy Scripture Gita, Maharana Pratap protected his state from the atrocities of Akbar and worked towards the promotion of human rights. He stressed that we would need to ensure ‘justice for all’ while formulating any policy to achieve the bigger objectives. He emphatically drove the point that human rights should be only for those who respect and tread into the path of humanity.
Distinguished Speaker Dr. Rajender Pensiya (IAS) stated that the story of Maharana Partap’s bravery had become a major source of inspiration for many in the world to fight against injustice. He shared that Maharana Pratap fought bravely against Mughal Empire. He also emphasized that the younger generation need to take lessons from Maharana Partap’s life and work for the protection of human rights along with national security.
The Saraswat Atithi, Prof. Rajnish Shukla, Vice Chancellor, MGAHV, Wardha stated that whenever the struggle takes place between Dharma and Adharma, consequently, the question of national security and human rights become very apt to be discussed in the prevailing scenario. In order to resolve these issues, we can seek guidance of ‘Shrimad Bhagavad Gita’. He added that the soul of India lies in our ancient cultural values such as truth, affection, kindness, sacrifice etc. By following these cultural values, the national security and human rights can be ensured at the national level. Prof. Shukla mentioned that people remembered Maharana Pratap as he fought for the cause of protection of human rights & nation security of his countrymen.
Chief Guest of the Programme, Prof. Sushma Yadav, Vice Chancellor, BPSMV, Sonipat during her lecture focused on the principle of ‘Dharma and Karma’, the broader concept of ‘Human Rights’ and ‘Patriotism’ in Indian cultural context. She underlined that Gita, Ramayana, Rigveda and other holy scriptures have guided us about the qualities of a good human being, following which can ensure protection of basic human rights to all. She stated that national consciousness acts as a base behind patriotism. Under the leadership of Maharana Pratap each soldier of his army fought the Battle of Haldighati (1576) and Battle of Dewair (1582) like a warrior. The selfless service of Maharana Pratap to protect his motherland and humanity will always inspire our future generations, she added.
In his presidential address, Professor Raghavendera P. Tiwari, the Vice-Chancellor of Central University of Punjab, accentuated that India’s strength lies in its unity in diversity and traditional knowledge system emanating from the Saints, Sages, Ten Gurus, and social reformers which have given us the virtues of Vishwa Bandhutva, Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam and Sarve Bhavantu Sukhinah. He underlined that our cultural traditions, civilizational discourse and ancient scriptures have taught us to respect each other’s right in the dignified manner and live-in harmony with the nature. To accomplish the mission of Maharana Pratap in the present-day context, Prof. Tiwari urged upon the younger generation to become aware of the India’s rich culture and tradition in various facets of life and derive strength thereby to take our civilization discourse to higher pedestal. Love and respect for the motherland is pre-requite for ensuring national security and human rights, and ‘Bhagwat Gita’ is undoubtedly the source of Raj Dharma and Nagrik Dharma.
The programme was coordinated by Dr. Bawa Singh, HoD, Department of South and Central Asian Studies. At the start Dean Incharge Academics Prof. R.K. Wusirika delivered the welcome address and Dr. Rajender Kumar Sen introduced the invited speakers. At the end, Prof. V.K. Garg, Dean Students’ Welfare, proposed a formal vote of thanks.
Eminent academicians enlightened the National webinar participants organized by CUP Bathinda. The programme was virtually attended by faculty and students of the Central University of Punjab. Faculty, students and social reformers from Punjab, Madhya Pradesh, Mizoram, Orissa and other states also participated in this programme through online mode.
May 31,2021
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