Defence Minister Rajnath Singh joined Ministers Anil Vij and Krishan Kumar Bedi at the opening. They offered the final oblations in the Gita Yajna along with Gita scholar Swami Gyananand Maharaj, MP Naveen Jindal, and former minister Subhash Sudha. Their presence strengthened the spiritual enthusiasm around the event.

At Purushottampura Bagh, guests received a warm and traditional welcome. Folk artists from several states performed in colourful attire. As a result, the entire area turned into a vibrant cultural arena. Leaders such as Bharat Bhushan Bharti, Dhuman Singh, Tejinder Singh Goldy, and Upender Singhal greeted visitors with devotion.

Rajnath Singh said that Kurukshetra stands as a rare blend of spirituality, culture, and wisdom. He also reminded people that Lord Krishna delivered the message of Karma Yoga on this very land. According to him, this message continues to guide humanity today. Anil Vij added that the Gita provides both philosophical insight and practical direction, so people across the world respect it deeply.

The festival has expanded steadily over the past nine years. Moreover, it reached countries like Mauritius, London, Canada, Australia, and Sri Lanka. This year, Madhya Pradesh joined as the partner state, which further enriches the cultural exchange.

Gita Mahotsav 2025 Begins in Kurukshetra with Vedic Chants, setting the stage for spiritual talks, cultural shows, and devotional activities. The arts and crafts fair, which began on November 15, also continues to attract large crowds. Swami Gyananand Maharaj extended his blessings and congratulated everyone on Gita Jayanti.

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The minister noted that the government is actively reviewing the proposal to mark Gurajada Jayanti as a state-level celebration, highlighting the enduring relevance of his writings and contributions to Telugu literature.

As part of the celebrations, Minister Srinivas, along with MP 6Loshetti, visited Gurajada Apparao’s house in Vijayawada. They allocated *Rs. 10 lakh* for the modernization of his residence and the construction of a library to preserve and promote his literary legacy. This initiative is expected to honor Gurajada’s contributions and inspire future generations to engage with his social and literary works.

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