Jammu, October 15: On the auspicious day of Navratri, Mohan Bhagwat, the Chief of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), paid a visit to the Bawe Wali temple in Jammu to offer his prayers. This act of reverence to mark the beginning of Navratri, a significant Hindu festival, demonstrates the spiritual and cultural significance attributed to this occasion.
Following his visit to the temple, Mohan Bhagwat addressed RSS members in the Kathua district, where he extended warm greetings to the people of Jammu in celebration of Navratri. Navratri is a festival that symbolizes the victory of good over evil and is celebrated with great fervor and devotion by Hindus across the country.
During his address, Bhagwat touched upon the global context, acknowledging the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict and the emergence of conflict in Israel. He emphasized that in this ever-changing and increasingly complex world, technology and modern comforts have their own set of challenges. There is growing concern that the world of the future may be heavily influenced by machines and artificial intelligence.
In this context, Bhagwat expressed his belief that India, often referred to as Bharat, has a unique role to play. He asserted that India stands as a beacon of hope and a model for the world, particularly due to the harmonious coexistence of people from various religions, castes, and regions for over 3,000 years. This long-standing tradition of unity in diversity has made India an exemplar of peaceful cohabitation and a source of inspiration for the world.
Mohan Bhagwat’s address not only highlighted the importance of Navratri as a time of reflection and celebration but also underscored the evolving global dynamics and the significance of India’s historical ethos of pluralism and unity in a rapidly changing world. This message serves as a reminder of the enduring values that have shaped India’s cultural and social fabric throughout its rich history.