Punjabi University Vice-Chancellor Dr Arvind launches book ‘Ramgarhia Virasat’

Patiala, August 21

Punjabis should be proud of their rich heritage. These views were expressed by Dr Arvind, Vice-Chancellor (VC), Punjabi University, while releasing the coffee table book ‘Ramgarhia Virasat’ written and edited by Jaiteg Singh Anant at a function held on the university campus here today.

While appreciating efforts of Jaiteg Singh Anant, the VC said, “We should remember sacrifices of our ancestors. Only then our future can be bright.”

“Developing book culture is the way to nation’s progress. The nation that respects its literature and history in mother tongue will always progress by leaps and bounds,” the VC added. The Ramgarhia community had not much property and money, but with their hard work, they had carved out a niche in the Sikh Community, the VC said.

In his key note address Dr Balkar Singh, Director, World Punjabi Centre, said, “Sikh Misls have played a major role in uniting Punjabis, who must take inspiration from the rich Ramgarhia Virasat.” “Ramgarhias succeeded in their struggle as they have full faith in the Sikh philosophy,” he added.

In his welcome address Ujagar Singh, co-ordinator, India chapter, Hardarsham Memorial International Trust, Canada, welcomed Dr Arvind and thanked him for releasing the book.—TNS