Dehradun, 5 November (HS). Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Tuesday released the book 'A History of Hinduism' by Major General GD Bakshi (Retd.) at a school in Premnagar. During this, the Chief Minister said that this book will prove beneficial for the readers.
On this occasion, Chief Minister Dhami paid tribute to the people who died in the Almora bus accident and expressed his condolences to their families. He said that GD Bakshi is a military officer as well as a great nationalist and an expert and thinker on various subjects. Along with his expertise in strategic matters, he achieved many distinctions in the army.
The Chief Minister said that this book is an excellent effort to present history, civilization and cultural heritage in a new perspective. In this book, the cultural traditions, expression of soul and heritage of our great religion have been mentioned comprehensively and inclusively. The book tells how our civilization has worked to give direction to the entire world through knowledge, science, philosophy and modernity. In the book, work has been done to introduce the young generation to traditions like martial arts, Vedic philosophy, yoga etc. He said that Sanatan culture is the oldest culture of the world. There are many aspects in our religion that make us different and best.
The Chief Minister said that Indian military revival has also been mentioned in this book. The book also mentions the anti-national forces that worked to divide our society after independence. The Chief Minister said that today India has a strong government under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Under the leadership of Prime Minister Modi, work is being done to beautify the religious and cultural heritage in the country.
He said that many historic decisions have been taken in the Modi government. India's respect and self-respect has increased in the world. Today the whole world waits for India's stand on every major issue.
The Chief Minister said that the UCC bill has been passed in the state and is going to be implemented very soon. Recently the Cabinet has also decided to establish the Center for Hindu Studies in Doon University. The Chief Minister has urged the youth to contribute in making Uttarakhand drug free by keeping them away from drugs.
On this occasion, Major General G.D. Bakshi (Retd.), Chairman Tons Bridge School Vijay Nagar and other dignitaries were present.