Jammu, March 17: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha of Jammu and Kashmir stated on Monday that the nation owes a debt of gratitude to Maharaja Ranbir Singh for the establishment of a vibrant culture and the development of a strong and prosperous Jammu and Kashmir.
Sinha made these remarks during the unveiling ceremony of a statue of Maharaja Ranbir Singh at the Central Sanskrit University located in the Kot Bhalwal area of Jammu. The university’s campus was also renamed ‘Shri Maharaja Ranbir Singh Campus’ on this occasion.
During the ceremony, Sinha emphasized that the reforms initiated by Maharaja Ranbir Singh and his efforts towards building a vibrant culture have significantly contributed to the prosperity of Jammu and Kashmir.
He noted that Maharaja Ranbir Singh viewed Jammu and Kashmir not merely as land but as a living entity, where culture breathed life and reforms energized the community. For him, the essence of Jammu and Kashmir resided not only in its mountains and rivers but also in its intellectual and spiritual values.
Sinha further remarked that Maharaja Ranbir Singh not only ruled Jammu and Kashmir but also provided it with a new vision, reorganized its structure, illuminated it with knowledge, and adorned it with cultural richness. He left behind a legacy for future generations that is rich on physical, intellectual, and spiritual levels.
The Lieutenant Governor stated that renaming the Jammu campus of the Central Sanskrit University is a testament to the enduring influence of Maharaja Ranbir Singh’s vision, which continues to guide the society of Jammu and Kashmir even after 150 years.
He urged the youth to follow the path of principles and work towards building a safe and prosperous Jammu and Kashmir. Sinha said, “It is now our youth’s duty to embrace their broad, humane values and contribute to nation-building. Today’s Jammu and Kashmir symbolizes the foresight of Maharaja Ranbir Singh, and this campus should reflect his ideals.”
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