Udupi, Karnataka | November 28: The Bhagavad Gita’s message of duty, peace and collective welfare resounded in Udupi on Friday as Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Laksha Kantha Gita Parayana at Sri Krishna Matha, where one lakh participants recited Gita shlokas in unison.
Modi said that hearing one lakh voices chant the Gita together created a “unique spiritual energy,” reflecting both India’s ancient heritage and the power of collective consciousness. He added that the divine atmosphere, the presence of saints, and the experience of Krishna darshan were a “supreme fortune.”
Gita’s Words Guide Individuals and National Policies
The Prime Minister emphasized that the teachings of the Gita are timeless, guiding both personal conduct and the nation’s approach to governance. He said that the Gita speaks of working for universal welfare, a principle that forms the basis of several national policies aimed at social upliftment.
Quoting the scripture, he underlined that upholding peace sometimes requires confronting injustice, noting that this principle lies at the core of India’s security policy. Modi referenced how the country balances compassion with resolve, as seen in its responses to recent threats.
Udupi’s Spiritual and Cultural Legacy
Modi described Udupi as a sacred confluence of devotion, Vedantic knowledge and public service, praising the legacy of Jagadguru Madhvacharya, the founder of Dvaita philosophy. He said the Ashta Mathas established here continue to serve millions even after centuries.
Collective Gita Writing and Youth Participation
Modi praised Shri Sugunendra Tirtha Swamiji for inspiring people across the world to handwrite the Gita, turning it into a global Koti Gita Lekhana Yajna. He said India’s youth connecting with the Gita is a major cultural development.
Nine Key Resolutions Inspired by Gita
Drawing from the scripture’s message of duty, Modi urged citizens to adopt nine resolutions, including:
- Conserving Water,
- Planting Trees,
- Helping the Poor,
- Adopting Swadeshi,
- Promoting Natural Farming,
- Embracing a Healthy Lifestyle,
- Practicing Yoga,
- Preserving Manuscripts, and
- Visiting Heritage Sites Across India.
Inaugurations at Sri Krishna Matha
The Prime Minister also inaugurated the Suvarna Teertha Mantapa and dedicated the Kanaka Kavacha, a golden cover for the sacred Kanakana Kindi, the window associated with saint Kanakadasa’s divine darshan of Lord Krishna.
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