Swami Dayanand’s vision still guides us: Rajnath Singh | India News

NEW DELHI: Highlighting the Vedas as a treasure trove of ancient wisdom, defence minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday emphasised their relevance in addressing modern challenges.
“The Vedas offer solutions to contemporary problems, from sustainable living to scientific advancements. Swami Dayanand’s vision for blending ancient knowledge with modern needs continues to guide us in the 21st century,” he said as he inaugurated the 150th foundation year celebrations of the Arya Samaj and unveiled a commemorative postal stamp in honour of Maharishi Dayanand Saraswati’s 200th birth anniversary.
Singh paid homage to Swami Dayanand Saraswati, hailing him as a revolutionary reformer, a cultural revivalist, and a torchbearer of nationalism.
“Swami Dayanand Saraswati was not just a sage interpreting the Vedas but a warrior who ignited the spark of nationalism and self-respect. His Arya Samaj movement dismantled colonial-era distortions about India’s ancient knowledge, restoring cultural and national pride,” he remarked.
He linked Swami Dayanand’s vision of a culturally vibrant India to PM Narendra Modi’s goal of a ‘Viksit Bharat’ by 2047.