Maharaja Agrasen an inspiration, says Guv

Tribune News Service

Shimla, October 13

“Teachings of Maharaja Agrasen and his ideals still inspire us. He was the epitome of socialism, equality and non-violence,” said Governor Bandaru Dattatreya at a function to mark the 5143rd birth anniversary of Maharaja Agrasen today.

Maharaja Agrasen stood supreme in the annals of Indian history as an ideal king, he said, adding that he was a famous ruler of the epic times, who established an ideal kingdom that would set an example for the future kings.

He lived an ideal life of piety, devotion and compassion. “It was said that one who came to his kingdom, to be a citizen, was given one brick and one coin by every other resident. The coins he would end up with would provide money to set up a new business (thus ensuring his income) and the bricks would help him build his house,” the Governor said.

Maharaja Agrasen gave importance to the protection of cows.

“Today, when we talk about the path shown by him, we should pledge to protect cows,” said the Governor, laying stress on the construction of cowsheds. He urged the Agrawal community to contribute.

The Governor also appealed to the people to make Himachal plastic-free, saying the Prime Minister had called for a plastic-free India.