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25 May 2023, 00:26 GMT+10
New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): History will repeat itself on Sunday when the new Parliament House will be dedicated to the nation. On this day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will receive the sacred symbol of fair and equitable governance, Sengol and install it in the new Parliament House.
This is the same Sengol that was accepted by the first Prime Minister of India Jawaharlal Nehru at his residence on the night of August 14, in the presence of several leaders.
Recalling the entire event that took place on the occasion of India's independence, Home Minister Amit Shah said, "Even after 75 years of independence, most of the people in India are not aware of this event in which India's transfer of power took place through handing over of Sengol to Pt Jawaharlal Nehru. It was a special occasion on the night of August 14, 1947, celebrating India's independence. On this night Jawaharlal Nehru received the 'Sengol' from the Adheenams (Priests) of the ThiruvaduthuraiAdheenam (Mutt) in Tamil Nadu, who had specially arrived for the occasion. It was precisely the moment in which power was transferred by the British into the hands of Indians. What we are celebrating as independence is actually marked by the very moment of handing over the 'Sengol'."The Prime Minister took a decision to adopt the Sengol as a national symbol of the Amrit Kaal. The new building of Parliament will witness the very same event, with Adheenam (Priests) repeating the ceremony and vesting the PM with the Sengol.
The Home Minister further elaborated on the Sengol and said, "The Sengol is profound in meaning, which is derived from the Tamil word "Semmai", meaning "Righteousness". It is blessed by the high priests of a leading Dharmic Mutt in Tamil Nadu. The Nandi, with its unyielding gaze as the beholder of "Nyaya", is hand-carved at the top. Most importantly, the recipient of the Sengol has the "order" ("Aanai" in Tamil) to rule justly and fairly. This is what is most appealing, for those elected to serve the people must never forget this."The same Sengol from 1947 will be installed by the Prime Minister in the Lok Sabha, prominently close to the Speaker's podium. It will be displayed for the Nation to see and will be taken out on special occasions.
Amit Shah said that the Parliament House is the most appropriate and sacred place to install the historic "Sengol".
The establishment of "Sengol", makes the spirit of 15 August 1947 unforgettable. It is the symbol of the promise of boundless hope, boundless possibilities and a resolve to build a strong and prosperous nation.
It will be a symbol of the Amrit Kaal, which will witness the glorious era in which India will be taking its rightful place.
The Tamil Nadu government has proudly published the role played by the Mutts of the State in the Hindu ReligiousCharitable Endowments Department (HRCE) Policy Note of 2021-22. Para 24 of this document clearly highlights the role played by the Mutts as Royal Counsel.
This historic plan has been prepared in consultation with the presidents of Adheenam. All 20 Adheenam presidents will also be present on this auspicious occasion to shower their blessings in reminiscence of this sacred ritual.
"I express my gratitude to them. I am glad that 96-year-old WummidiBangaruChettyji, associated with its construction, will also participate in this sacred ceremony. I express my gratitude to him," he added.
A special website (sengol1947.ignca.gov.in), with details and downloadable videos about the Sengol, was launched by the Home Minister at the event today.
He said, "We want the people of India to see this and learn about this historic event. It is a matter of pride for all."Union Minister for Culture and Tourism, G Kishan Reddy, Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting and Youth AffairsSports, Anurag Singh Thakur, and Secretary, Ministry of Culture, Govind Mohan were also present at the press conference. (ANI)Get a daily dose of Broadcast Communications news through our daily email, its complimentary and keeps you fully up to date with world and business news as well.
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