Mumbai, September 17 (Daily Kiran) : Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan is set to embark on a tour of Maharashtra on September 18, visiting Mumbai, Lonavala, and Pune. His itinerary includes participation in various religious, cultural, and educational events.
On the morning of September 18, Radhakrishnan will pay his respects at the iconic Lalbaugcha Raja in Mumbai. Later that afternoon, he will travel to Lonavala to attend the platinum jubilee celebration at the Gorakhnath College of Yoga and Cultural Synthesis.
In the evening, the Vice President will join the 38th edition of the Pune Festival at the Shri Ganesh Kala Krida Rang Mandir, located at Nehru Stadium in Pune.
Earlier, on September 17, Radhakrishnan participated in a program commemorating Hyderabad Liberation Day. He emphasized that September 17, 1948, marks a significant chapter in India’s history, symbolizing the merger of the erstwhile Hyderabad state into the Indian Union following the events of ‘Operation Polo.’
He noted that Hyderabad Liberation Day is not merely a date to remember but a reminder of the journey of nation-building and the values that unify India. Speaking at the 79th Hyderabad Liberation Day ceremony held at Parade Ground, Secunderabad, he highlighted the challenges faced in uniting diverse communities under a constitutional democracy.
Radhakrishnan paid tribute to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel for his crucial role in national unity as the first Home Minister during a tumultuous period post-independence, when India was integrating hundreds of princely states. He acknowledged the contributions of Mahatma Gandhi and Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose in the struggle for independence, while emphasizing Patel’s pivotal role in shaping modern India.
He also lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision for a developed India by 2047. Radhakrishnan honored the grassroots movements behind the Hyderabad struggle, recognizing the sacrifices of students, intellectuals, writers, social workers, political activists, farmers, and ordinary citizens who faced significant hardships.
He paid homage to several patriots, including Ramji Gond, Turrebaz Khan, and Komaram Bheem, stating that their courage serves as a reminder that history is shaped not only by government officials but also by the common people who refuse to accept injustice.
Radhakrishnan concluded by asserting that while political integration can unite regions, constitutional democracy brings citizens together through equal rights, respect, and opportunities.
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