Harsh Sanghavi Urges Return to Ancient Calendar at Surat Sneh Milan
Gujarat Deputy CM Harsh Sanghavi celebrates New Year Sneh Milan in Surat, urging citizens to embrace the Vikram Samvat calendar and honoring public servants.
Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi recently graced the Diwali and New Year Sneh Milan Samaroh in Surat, an event marking the auspicious beginning of Vikram Samvat 2083. Held at the Maharaja Agrasen Bhawan, the gathering served as a platform for the Deputy CM to share his vision for cultural preservation and state development while extending warm greetings to the people of Gujarat.
A Call to Preserve India's Astronomical Heritage
During the event, Deputy CM Harsh Sanghavi made a significant appeal to the citizens, urging them to integrate the Vikram Samvat calendar into their daily routines and official written communications. He emphasized that this is not merely a tradition but a way to preserve and promote India's ancient culture.
Highlighting the depth of the system, Sanghavi described the traditional Panchang-based calendar as a sophisticated scientific heritage. He noted that it is rooted in precise astronomical calculations, lunar dates, and the changing of seasons. According to the Deputy CM, it is the collective duty of the current generation to ensure this centuries-old knowledge is passed down to future generations.
Honoring the 'Karmayogis' of Gujarat
A poignant moment of the ceremony was the Deputy CM's tribute to the dedicated public servants, whom he referred to as "Karmayogis." He lauded those who sacrifice their time with family during major festivals to ensure the safety and convenience of the general public.
Specific praise was extended to the following departments:
- The Police Department: For maintaining law and order.
- Municipal Corporation Sanitation Workers: For keeping the cities clean.
- GSRTC Drivers and Conductors: For ensuring seamless travel.
- Fire Brigade Personnel: For providing critical emergency services.
Sanghavi remarked that the tireless commitment of these individuals is a cornerstone of the state's overall development.
Vision for Growth and Unity
Turning his attention to the state's progress, the Deputy CM noted that Gujarat continues to hit new milestones in development, supported by a steady growth in GST revenue. As the New Year begins, he encouraged citizens to move past old grievances, forge new bonds, and work as a unified team for the welfare of Gujarat.
He also set a high standard for administrative facilities, stressing that police stations and police residential quarters should be transformed into the cleanest and most exemplary facilities across the state.
Dignitaries and Official Presence
The Sneh Milan was attended by several high-ranking officials who pledged their commitment to taking Surat and the surrounding district to new heights of progress. Key attendees included:
- District Collector Tejas Parmar
- Municipal Commissioner Rajkumar Beniwal
- Police Commissioner Wabang Zamir
The event also saw the presence of SUDA CEO Raj Suthar, Surat Range IG Premvir Singh, Additional Police Commissioner (Traffic) Sajansinh Parmar, and Additional Police Commissioners Karanraj Vaghela and Balram Meena. Other senior officials from the RTO, GSRTC, and the district administration, along with various social and political leaders, joined the celebrations. The program concluded with the Deputy Chief Minister interacting with party workers and members of the media to exchange New Year wishes.