Shadow Correspondent
JAMMU, MAY 27:
A book ‘Rigveda, Geeta and Parameshwar’ written by Subhash Chander Baru, was released today by Dogri Sanstha Jammu.
The function was presided over by Padmashri Prof. Ved Ghai and was attended by a large number of Dogri writers, scholars and prominent citizens. Prof. Ghai, who is herself a renowned scholar of Vedic philosophy, while delivering her presidential address said that Dogri literature needs books in diverse fields, genres and topics. She said that in that respect, this book is a valuable addition to the corpus of Dogri literature.
She pointed out that in the area of philosophy and science; there are not many books in Dogri. It is required that Dogri readership be made aware of the rich philosophical thoughts contained in Vedas and Geeta and interpretation of God contained in them.She wished that more such books will come in future.
Prof. Lalit Magotra, President of DogriSanstha, in his welcome address, highlighted the importance of reinventing the concept of God and existence, as the great sages of olden times have expressed in the scriptures. This will help the modern generation to connectwith its rich ancient heritage and philosophy. He complimented Baru for his sincere effort.
The program was conducted by Dr. Nirmal Vinod,General Secretary of DogriSansthaand vote of thanks was presented byDr. Chanchal Bhasin, Secretary of Sanstha.