Hisar, Haryana, Oct 26
The Governor of Himachal Pradesh,Kavinder Gupta today called for collective efforts to realise the vision of Viksit Bharat@2047, emphasising the importance of social harmony, entrepreneurship, self-reliance and inclusive development.
Addressing the 43rd Annual Agroha Mela and Sammelan organised by the Agroha Vikas Trust in Hisar, the Governor paid tribute to Maharaja Agrasen Ji, describing his ideals of service, equality, cooperation and social harmony as a source of inspiration for the entire nation.
The Governor said Maharaja Agrasen Ji was not only a great ruler but also a visionary social reformer who championed a society in which prosperity was shared and every individual had the opportunity to live with dignity. He cited the traditional concept of ‘one brick and one rupee’ as an enduring example of community support, collective responsibility and the spirit of self-reliance.
Highlighting the contribution of the Agarwal community,Gupta appreciated its role in trade, industry, education, healthcare and social service. He said institutions established for public welfare, including schools, hospitals, dharamshalas and gaushalas, reflected the community’s longstanding commitment to service and philanthropy. Referring to India’s development journey under the leadership of Prime MinisterNarendra Modi, the Governor said the country was steadily advancing towards the goal of Viksit Bharat@2047. He called upon citizens to contribute towards building a prosperous, strong, self-reliant and technologically advanced India, while upholding national unity, constitutional values and social harmony. Emphasising the role of youth in nation-building,Kavinder Gupta urged them to remain connected with India’s cultural roots while embracing modern knowledge, science and technology. He encouraged young people to pursue innovation and entrepreneurship, create employment opportunities and ensure that individual success translates into wider social and national progress.
The Governor also underscored the shared cultural values of Himachal Pradesh and Haryana, noting that their traditions reflect the importance of mutual cooperation, public welfare and collective endeavour. He said cultural heritage remained meaningful when its values were translated into action through support for the underprivileged, greater access to education and healthcare, and opportunities for women and youth.
The Governor congratulated the Agroha Vikas Trust, the organisers and all participants on the occasion and expressed confidence that the legacy of Maharaja Agrasen Ji would continue to inspire future generations towards service, social responsibility and nation-building.
Dr. Subhash Chandra, former Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha), was also present and addressed the gathering, sharing his views on the significance of Maharaja Agrasen Ji’s ideals and their continued relevance in promoting social welfare, community cooperation and nation-building.
Earlier, the Governor paid obeisance at the Maha Lakshmi Temple located within the Agroha Dham complex and offered prayers for the peace, prosperity and well-being of the people.
On the occasion,Vipul Goyal – Minister, Government of Haryana;Virendra Goyal – Minister, Government of Punjab; Dr. Subhash Chandra – Former Rajya Sabha Member of Parliament; Mahabrahmarishi Kumar Swami Ji; Masoom Sharma, singer and actor; Anjali Dwivedi – Bhajan Singer; Bajrang Garg – National Executive President, Agroha Dham; Gajanan Gupta – National General Secretary, Agroha Dham and Pawan Garg – National Treasurer, Agroha Dham were also present.
