Jalandhar November 14 (Jaswinder Singh Azad)- A special seminar dedicated to the 650th Prakash Purab of Sri Guru Ravidas Ji, focusing on his Bani and teachings, was organized at Hans Raj Mahila Maha Vidyalaya, Jalandhar, under the special directions of the Punjab Government and with the special efforts of the Department of Higher Education, under the leadership of Principal Dr. Ekta Khosla. During the seminar, Chief Guest Sh. Mohinder Bhagat, while throwing light on the significance of Sri Guru Ravidas Ji’s teachings, said that Guru Ji’s Bani inspires human beings to rise above caste, high-low distinctions and social discrimination, and to serve humanity. He also appreciated the hundred-year glorious educational legacy of HMV.
On this occasion, Deputy Director, Higher Education, Dr. Navdeep Singh also graced the seminar with his special presence. His esteemed participation further enhanced the importance of the event. As the special academic speaker, Sh. Roop Lal Roop, State Awardee and Retired District Education Officer (Secondary Education), gave detailed information about the philosophical, social and spiritual aspects of Sri Guru Ravidas Ji’s Bani. He explained the concepts of equality, labour, humility, spiritual freedom and human dignity expressed in Guru Ji’s Bani. He said that the Bani of Guru Ravidas Ji is not limited to religious thought alone, but is an invaluable heritage that gives a new direction to social transformation and human consciousness.
Dr. Ekta Khosla said that the Bani of Sri Guru Ravidas Ji is a priceless treasure of our rich spiritual
Respected personalities from the Sant Samaj also gave the message to adopt the teachings of Sri Guru Ravidas Ji in life and to maintain mutual love, tolerance and harmony in society. They inspired the students to take inspiration from the lofty ideals of Guru Ji and contribute towards the creation of a just and equal society. Welcoming all the guests, Principal Dr. Ekta Khosla said that the Bani of Sri Guru Ravidas Ji is a priceless treasure of our rich spiritual and cultural heritage. She said that such academic and thoughtful events not only connect students with the ideology of great Gurus, Saints and social reformers, but also inculcate in them moral values and a sense of social responsibility.
Through the seminar, the timeless and universal message of Sri Guru Ravidas Ji’s Bani was highlighted. The students of Kanya Maha Vidyalaya Jalandhar, Government Education College Jalandhar, Baba Ambedkar College Boota Mandi Jalandhar and H.M.V. Jalandhar listened to this programme with great devotion and respect. Seminar Coordinator Mrs. Kuljit Kaur thanked all the guests. The stage was conducted efficiently by Dr. Mandeep Kaur and Dr. Sandeep Kaur. On this occasion, Dr. Urvashi, Co-coordinator Protima Mander, Alka Sharma, along with faculty members and representatives of the district administration, were present.