- Tulsidas Ji’s literature is an invaluable heritage of Indian culture and values: Chandrashekhar Choudhary
Jharkhand News : Saraswati Vidya Mandir, Rajrappa Project, located in the coal belt, organised a series of programmes with devotion and enthusiasm on Wednesday to mark the birth anniversary of the great saint and Bhakti-era poet Goswami Tulsidas.
The programme began with the school secretary Chandrashekhar Choudhary and in-charge Mithilesh Kumar Khanna jointly lighting the ceremonial lamp and offering floral tributes before the portrait of Goswami Tulsidas.
Tulsidas Ji’s Literature Reflects Indian Culture and Values
Chandrashekhar Choudhary said that Goswami Tulsidas was not only a great poet but also a great saint who took the spirit of Indian culture, devotion and public welfare to the masses. Through his writings, he presented the ideals of Lord Ram before society.
He said that by composing the Ramcharitmanas in the language of the common people, Tulsidas connected religion, values and human ideals with the lives of ordinary people. His literature continues to inspire people to follow the path of truth, duty, dignity and good conduct.
School in-charge Mithilesh Kumar Khanna said the entire literary work of Tulsidas reflects the Indian philosophy of life and spiritual consciousness. Through the Ramcharitmanas, he presented the character of Lord Ram as the foundation of an ideal life and conveyed the message of sacrifice, service, dedication and dignity.
He added that the works of Tulsidas are not merely religious texts but also a source of inspiration that guides life in the right direction. His thoughts and ideals remain especially relevant for students today.
Students Showcase Talent in Speech and Painting Competitions
Speech and painting competitions were organised among the students during the programme. Students also gave an emotional recitation of couplets and verses from the Ramcharitmanas.
In the speech competition, students presented their views on the life, personality, literary works and teachings of Tulsidas. In the painting competition, they depicted episodes from the life of Tulsidas, scenes from the Ramcharitmanas and the ideals of Lord Ram through attractive artwork.
Students who performed exceptionally well in the competitions were awarded prizes.
Provincial-Level Competitions Also Organised
Provincial-level calligraphy, painting and essay competitions were also organised on the occasion. Calligraphy competitions were held for students of Classes II and III, while painting competitions were organised for Classes IV and V.
Students from Classes VI to XII participated in essay competitions on various prescribed topics. The best three participants from each category were selected and will get an opportunity to represent the school at the provincial-level competition.
The programme was conducted by Acharya Lalita Giri. Acharya Gayatri Kumari, Bachulal Tiwari, Sekhar Kumar, Amit Jha, Indrajeet Singh, Rohit Raj, Amrita Choudhary, Jyoti Kumari and other teachers played an important role in making the programme successful.
