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Indian Ambassador Suhel Ajaz Khan highlighted how Sanskrit is revered globally as a sacred and spiritual language, playing a pivotal role in preserving India’s ancient wisdom, civilization, history, and traditions
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The Ambassador also underscored the event’s role in inspiring individuals to embrace and engage with Sanskrit
In a groundbreaking initiative, the Embassy of India in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, organized a one-of-a-kind event named “Samskritotsava” on November 5, as part of the “Pravasi Parichay.” This event was conducted entirely in the Sanskrit language and served as a tribute to the Indian community’s tireless efforts in preserving this ancient language within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Samskritotsava, a Sanskrit Day celebration, was a remarkable event that marked the first instance of an Indian diplomatic mission hosting an event conducted entirely in Sanskrit. The primary aim of this initiative was to promote the significance of Sanskrit and foster its learning among a wider audience.
The event was conducted entirely in the Sanskrit language and served as a tribute to the Indian community’s tireless efforts in preserving this ancient language within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Indian Ambassador Suhel Ajaz Khan delivered the opening remarks, emphasizing the deep-rooted cultural and spiritual value of Sanskrit within Indian heritage. He highlighted how Sanskrit is revered globally as a sacred and spiritual language, playing a pivotal role in preserving India’s ancient wisdom, civilization, history, and traditions. Ambassador Khan also underscored the event’s role in inspiring individuals to embrace and engage with Sanskrit.
During the program, the Indian community in Saudi Arabia showcased a series of performances, including Abhinaya Gheetam, Gana Geetam, Subhashita Natakam, and Prachanna Vesham, all conducted entirely in Sanskrit. This multi-faceted cultural celebration not only showcased the versatility of the language but also displayed the commitment of the Indian diaspora in upholding and promoting Sanskrit.
The significance of Sanskrit in India has garnered attention at the highest levels of leadership. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, known for his advocacy of ancient Indian languages, including Sanskrit, has emphasized that Sanskrit is not merely a language of traditions but also a language that defines India’s progress and identity. In a recent address in Chitrakoot, he extolled Sanskrit as the “mother of several languages” and praised its resilience and purity over millennia, affirming its role in preserving India’s cultural heritage. PM Modi’s words reaffirmed the enduring value of Sanskrit in India and around the world.
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