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Gujarat government fest to retrace links with North East
Gandhinagar, March 26 (IANS) Commemorating the traditionally celebrated mythological event of Lord Krishna’s wedding with Rukmini, who is believed to have hailed from Arunachal Pradesh, the Gujarat government is holding an epic celebration from March 25 to 28 at the Madhavpur-Ghed village fair.
The event is likely to see the Chief Ministers of both states as well as that of Manipur, and the Governors of both states and some Union ministers joining it.
The Chief Ministers and Governors of northeastern state Arunachal Pradesh and Gujarat will visit Madhavpur-Ghed, situated 59 km from Porbandar, the birthplace of Mahatma Gandhi, where Lord Krishna is said to have married princess Rukmini.
The Gujarat government’s plan is inspired by the Central government’s mission to strengthen cultural ties between the North East and the rest of the country.
Talking to the media, state Tourism Minister Ganapatsinh Vasava said: “The event is being organised jointly with the central government, with 50 per cent (cost) shared by both. The state government has allocated Rs 2.5-Rs 3 crore for the event.
“The central government wants this event to become a national festival and wants to make it a big attraction for the tourists. Around one lakh visitors are expected to visit the fair.”
The Minister informed that Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani, Arunachal Pradesh (AP) CM Pema Khandu, Gujarat Governor O.P. Kohli and Arunachal Governor Brigadier B.D. Mishra will be there at the event on the 27th.
“Besides them, there will be a number of Union ministers like Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, Cultural Minister of State Dr. Mahesh Sharma, Minister of State for Home Kiran Rijiju and some ministers and MLAs from Gujarat. The state government wanted Prime Minister Narendra Modi to attend the event, but last-minute engagements made him change the plan.”
The Minister also announced to revive the 15th century temple of Madhavraiji, an incarnation of Lord Krishna at Madhavpur, and Rs 5 crore has been allocated for that.
During the event, many cultural programmes depicting mythological incidents will be held. The programmes will include a classical dance recital by Sonal Mansingh and performances by around 500 artistes, including 300 from Arunachal Pradesh and 200 from Gujarat. According to the state Tourism Department, 200 stalls have been set up at the fair.
According to folklore and mythology, Rukmini belonged to the Idu Mishmi community of Arunachal Pradesh. She lived in what was known as Mishwaknagar. Lord Krishna brought her to Madhavpur-Ghed and married her.
Legend has it that Rukmini’s father, king Bhismaka, wanted her to marry Shishupala, the king of Chedi, which lay roughly where Madhya Pradesh is today. Shishupala was Ravana in his previous birth, whereas Rukmini was in love with Lord Krishna and wrote a letter to him to save her. Lord Krishna rescued Rukmini and brought her to Madhavpur-Ghed.
During the campaign for the 2014 general elections, in an election rally held in Pasighat in Arunachal Pradesh, then Gujarat CM Narendra Modi had said that members of the Adi tribe who bear the name “Modi” may be related to the Modis of Gujarat. He stressed that Lord Krishna of Dwarka had married princess Rukmini of Arunachal Pradesh.
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Lucknow: Vishal Singh, a renowned social worker from Lucknow, also known as Foodman, has once again made India proud. He was honored by the Happy Hands Gloves Cooperative Limited Company in Korathai, Thailand, for his work with the Hunger Free World Mission.
The Hunger Free World Mission’s meeting was held in Korathai, Thailand, under Vishal Singh’s leadership. Representatives from several countries, including Mr. Raja Dwivedi (Managing Director of Happy Hands Gloves Limited), Thailand Coordinator Mr. Raja Mishra, and member Mr. Varun Singh, attended the event.
Under Vishal Singh’s leadership, the attendees took a pledge to work together toward creating a hunger-free world.
Speaking on the occasion, Vishal Singh explained that the main goal of the Hunger Free World Mission is social participation. He said the mission is not just about feeding people but also about meeting other basic needs of those who are struggling. The mission focuses on helping families of terminally ill patients in hospitals by providing food and shelter. It also works to fulfill essential needs like education, jobs, and care for the elderly.
For the last 16 years, the Vijay Sri Foundation has been providing free services, benefiting thousands of people. Vishal Singh highlighted that the mission aims to gain global recognition like other organizations such as WHO, WWF, and Red Cross, which work for social causes.
During this meeting, Vishal Singh was appointed as the Chairman of the Hunger Free World Mission by representatives from various countries. They also discussed holding regular meetings in different countries to push the mission forward.
Business tycoon Dr. Abhishek Verma has also supported this humanitarian mission, vowing to promote the idea of “Seva Parmo Dharma” (Service is the highest duty) worldwide. Vishal Singh praised him, stating that people like Dr .Abhishek Verma inspire others to work for the betterment of society.
Recently, Romania’s Ambassador, Mr . Daniela Sezonov Ţane, invited Vishal Singh to the Romanian Embassy in Delhi, where they discussed the mission in detail. Impressed by his humanitarian work, she honored Vishal Singh and invited him to Romania to take the mission forward .
Food man Vishal Singh has been serving the people of India for the past 16 years. Through the Vijay Sri Foundation, he provides free meals to cancer patients & their families ,shelter, and education for women & children along with running free old-age homes in Lucknow.
In addition to his humanitarian work, Vishal Singh also addresses issues like crime and corruption through his role as Chairman of Seva Path Media and Managing Director of Vijay Sri Foundation.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Vishal Singh and his team worked tirelessly to provide food and help to the needy, including starving children, elderly citizens, and pregnant women. Despite contracting the virus himself, he continued to assist others after his recovery. He even created a life-saving oxygen regulator using household items, which was praised by doctors both in India and abroad.
In his address at the meeting, Vishal Singh spoke about his mission to create a hunger-free world. He pointed out that India’s large population, along with issues like unemployment and poverty, has caused the country to fall on the Hunger Index. He urged people to contribute just one handful of grains daily to help create a hunger-free world.
He concluded by saying that through social participation, we can empower the people around us, meet their basic needs, and work together to build a stronger, more prosperous, and developed society.
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