Haryana Energy, Transport and Labour Minister Sh. Anil Vij said that the Shrimad Bhagavad Gita teaches us the art of living. The Gita explains how difficulties can be overcome and provides guidance on leading a successful life.
He further said that the Geeta Gopal organization in Ambala is doing commendable work in various fields of social service and such organizations should exist in every city and village. The organization understands public issues and makes sincere efforts to resolve people’s difficulties.
Sh. Vij was addressing people today during the inauguration ceremony of the reconstructed Geeta Gopal Chowk on Jagadhari Road in Ambala Cantonment.On the occasion, Energy Minister Anil Vij also dedicated two ambulances provided by the Geeta Gopal Sanstha for public welfare.
Earlier, upon his arrival, office bearers of the Geeta Gopal Sanstha, BJP leaders and other dignitaries welcomed him warmly with bouquets. Sh. Anil Vij said that although many organizations in the city are working for society, he feels immense satisfaction and happiness seeing the service activities being carried out by the Geeta Gopal Sanstha. He added that the organization is actively spreading awareness about religion among the youth.
He said that our scriptures describe Sanatan Dharma, knowledge, civilization and the spirit of brotherhood. They also teach us not to indulge in anger or violence and explain how to help the needy and distressed.
He said that Scriptures are an integral part of human life. He added that he has had several opportunities to visit the Geeta Gopal Sanstha and even late at night, members of the organization can be seen working selflessly in the spirit of service.
The institution promotes meaningful discussions on how people should move away from negativity and embrace positivity. Criticizing others and spreading negativity is easy, but such institutions teach society how to adopt positive thinking, and Geeta Gopal Sanstha is fulfilling this responsibility remarkably well.
“We should promote religious knowledge on a larger scale” – Vij
On this occasion, the Energy Minister also said that just as movements have taken place in Nepal, a similar movement should be launched in India for the wider promotion of religious knowledge. He emphasized that people should spread awareness about their religion through devotional music and traditional instruments.
Singing bhajans brings immense peace and happiness, he added. Sh. Vij further said that he feels especially happy visiting this institution because children here are engaged in positive and constructive activities. Every year, the organization conducts Himalayan rallies and spreads awareness regarding environmental protection.
Moreover, whenever any accident or mishap such as a road accident occurs, members of the organization are among the first to reach the spot and assist people in need. Energy Minister Anil Vij said that the organization has been working tirelessly for public welfare for many years, which is highly commendable.
In continuation of these efforts, two ambulances have now been dedicated to the public, which will greatly benefit the people. He also mentioned that the organization is constructing an old-age home, but he personally believes that children should be given such values, that they care for and serve their elderly parents till their last breath.
“Organizations like Geeta Gopal should exist in other cities as well” – Anil Vij
The Cabinet Minister further said that the Geeta Gopal Sanstha remains highly sensitive towards public issues and continuously strives to resolve people’s problems. He expressed his heartfelt blessings for the organization’s growth and hoped that it would expand its activities further to serve more people.
He also wished for branches of the organization to be opened in other cities. He added that if people involved in substance abuse or wrongful activities are directed towards positive work, they can certainly come out of such harmful practices and lead a meaningful life with positive thinking.
On this occasion, SDM Kanika Goyal, Municipal Council President Swarn Kaur, Vice President Lalita Prasad, Lucky Bhai Ji from Geeta Gopal Sanstha, Councillor Shiva Kakran, Anil Gupta, Mandal President Ravi Budhiraja, Harsh Bindra, Pravesh Sharma, Vikas Behal, BJP leader Ravi Sehgal, Rajeev Gupta Dimple, Bijendra Chauhan, Sudarshan Sehgal, B.S. Bindra, Renu Chauhan, Shashi Logia, Madan Lal Sharma, Pappu Behal, Sanjeev Soni, Shyam Sundar Arora along with other BJP office bearers and distinguished guests were also present.