JAMMU, Oct 25: Pt. Suresh Pujari on Sunday organized a religious ceremony at Shiv Kala Mandir, Sarwal, where eminent religious scholars and personalities were honoured with appreciation certificates in recognition of their contributions.
The ceremony began with the invocation “Shree Durgayai Namah” and witnessed the participation of religious scholars and devotees.
Addressing the gathering, Pt. Suresh Pujari emphasised the importance of preserving India’s rich spiritual and cultural heritage. He said that religious institutions, spiritual leaders and scholars play a significant role in guiding society towards moral values, harmony and service to humanity.
“India’s spiritual traditions are the foundation of our cultural identity. The contribution of religious scholars and saints in keeping these traditions alive and passing them on to the younger generation is invaluable. Such programmes strengthen our cultural roots and promote unity, peace and mutual respect in society,” Pt. Suresh said.
Pt. Suresh Pujari said that honouring religious scholars and distinguished personalities was an expression of gratitude for their dedication to spirituality, religious education and the preservation of traditional values.
“Our scriptures, spiritual traditions and religious teachings provide guidance for leading a life based on truth, compassion and righteousness. By recognising the contributions of scholars and spiritual personalities, we encourage the younger generation to remain connected with our cultural and religious heritage,” Pt. Suresh Pujari Ji said.
During the programme, appreciation certificates were presented to Dr. Pritam Chandra Shastri, Dr. Vishwamurti Shastri, Dr. Surendra Kumar Shastri, Dr. Chandra Mauli Raina Ji, Dr. Ved Prakash Shastri, Dr. Keval Krishan Shastri, Dr. Purushottam Lal Shastri, Dr. Vachaspati Shastri, Dr. Prabhakar Shastri, Dr. Indra Prakash Shastri, Shree Gosain Brij Bhushan Ji Maharaj and Rameshwar Das Mahant of Purani Mandi Ram Mandir.
The programme concluded with a message of devotion, harmony and collective responsibility towards preserving the country’s rich spiritual heritage.