Sampla Thanks PM Modi for ‘Sant Guru Ravidas Museum’ Gift
New Museum: A Prominent Pilgrimage Center, Says Sampla
CHANDIGARH, February 23 Senior BJP Leader and former union minister Vijay Sampla extended heartfelt thanks to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for conducting the ‘ground-breaking ceremony’ of the Sant Guru Ravidas Museum at Varanasi on Friday, a day before the 647th birth anniversary of Sant Guru Ravidas. Moreover, he also expressed gratitude for the inauguration and foundation stone laying of various development works related to the birthplace of Saint Guru, including a new statue, costing Rs 96.36 crore.
Modi’s Visit to Guru Ravidas Temple
Modi visits the Guru Ravidas temple, in addition to laying the foundation for the museum in Seer Goverdhanpur, he unveils a statue of Sant Ravidas inside the temple premises.
Welcome Address at Guru Ravidas Museum
In his welcome address for PM Modi, Sampla highlights the event as a significant milestone in the region’s progress and the BJP government’s commitment to cultural preservation.
Sampla, former chairman of the National Commission for Scheduled Castes (NCSC), emphasizes the significance of the Sant Guru Ravidas Museum as a symbol of Guru Ravidas’ teachings and legacy.
Modi’s Commitment to Dalit Development
Sampla acknowledges Modi’s commitment to Dalit development, citing the Ayodhya airport’s naming after Maharishi Valmiki and the conversion of historic places related to B R Ambedkar into pilgrimage centers.
Mission of the Museum
The museum aims to promote inclusivity, social harmony, and spiritual enlightenment among devotees and followers of the sect. Additionally, the forthcoming museum at Seer Goverdhanpur will pay homage to Guru Ravidas’ contributions during the Bhakti movement, showcasing his birth and spiritual journey through digital media.
Gratitude and Cultural Preservation
Sampla extends thanks to Modi for his visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to development. Moreover, he highlights the Sant Guru Ravidas Museum’s role in preserving cultural heritage and underscores the government’s dedication to progress.
