Haryana: Youth exhorted to embrace duty, discipline during workshop on Gita

Indira Gandhi University (IGU), Meerpur, Rewari, through its University Centre for Indian Knowledge System (UCIKS), organised a one-day workshop on “Shrimad Bhagavad Gita: Guiding Youth towards Life, Duty and Excellence” at the auditorium of Kalpana Chawla Bhawan on the university campus.

The workshop aimed at introducing the younger generation to the timeless wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita and highlighting its relevance in addressing the challenges of contemporary life.

Gita preacher Swami Gyananand, who was the chief speaker at the workshop, was felicitated by IGU Vice-Chancellor Prof Aseem Miglani, his wife Dr Seema Miglani and Registrar Prof Dilbag Singh. Welcoming the participants, Dr Vipin Kumar, director, UCIKS, outlined the objectives of the workshop.

In his keynote address, Swami Gyananand emphasised the universal and practical relevance of the Bhagavad Gita. He stated that the Gita was not merely a religious scripture but a timeless guide to life that provides direction and clarity in difficult situations.

The preacher urged the youth to perform their duties with sincerity and dedication, maintain a positive outlook and draw inspiration from the teachings of the Gita to face challenges and strive for excellence. He particularly emphasised the importance of self-discipline, positive thinking, determination and a strong sense of duty in leading a purposeful and successful life.