ITANAGAR : Governor Lt Gen KT Parnaik (Retd) on Monday met a delegation of the Chinmaya Amrit Yatra, led by Swami Mitrananda, at Raj Bhavan as part of the nationwide celebrations marking the 75th anniversary of the Chinmaya Mission.
The Chinmaya Amrit Yatra is a nationwide spiritual and cultural initiative aimed at commemorating the mission’s 75 years of service by spreading the teachings of the Bhagavad Gita, Vedanta and India’s cultural heritage, while encouraging values-based living, self-discipline and national pride.
Welcoming the initiative, the Governor appreciated the Chinmaya Mission’s longstanding contribution to spiritual awakening, character building and the preservation of India’s civilisational heritage. He said institutions such as the Chinmaya Mission play a crucial role in nurturing moral values, strengthening social harmony and building inner resilience in a rapidly changing world.
Emphasising the need to preserve India’s cultural heritage and indigenous traditions, particularly among the younger generation, Parnaik said Arunachal Pradesh’s rich tribal customs and cultural diversity form an integral part of the country’s civilisational legacy. He stressed that safeguarding these traditions while embracing development is essential for building a culturally confident nation.
Highlighting the state’s development, the Governor said Arunachal Pradesh has witnessed significant socio-economic progress over the years through improved road, rail and air connectivity, expansion of education and healthcare infrastructure, and growth in tourism, horticulture and hydropower sectors.
He added that initiatives such as the Vibrant Village Programme, Frontier Highway projects, enhanced digital connectivity and investments in renewable energy are creating new opportunities, particularly in remote border areas. Arunachal Pradesh, he said, has emerged as a key pillar of India’s Act East Policy and a model of inclusive development that balances economic progress with environmental conservation and cultural preservation.
Extending his good wishes on behalf of the people of Arunachal Pradesh, the Governor expressed confidence that the Chinmaya Amrit Yatra would spread the message of unity, spirituality and selfless service while inspiring citizens to contribute towards nation-building and the vision of Viksit Bharat@2047.
