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Prime Minister Narendra Modi was honored with the title of 'Dharma Chakravarti' on Saturday during the centenary celebrations of Jain saint Acharya Shri 108 Vidyanand Ji Maharaj at Vigyan Bhawan in Delhi. 

"On this occasion, you honoured me with the title of 'Dharma Chakravarti'. I do not consider myself suitable for this. But it is our culture that whatever we receive from saints, we accept it as 'prasad'. So, I humbly accept this 'prasad' and dedicate it to Maa Bharati," PM Modi said during his speech.

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The celebrations marked the official launch of a year-long national tribute to the revered spiritual leader, organized by the Union Culture Ministry in collaboration with the Bhagwan Mahaveer Ahimsa Bharti Trust, Delhi. The event was also attended by Union Minister of Culture and Tourism Gajendra Singh Shekhawat and Rashtrasant Paramparacharya Shri 108 Pragyasagar Ji Muniraj.

Top Quotes By PM Modi At Centenary Celebrations Of Acharya Shri 108 Vidyanand Ji Maharaj

At centenary celebrations of Acharya Vidyanand Ji Maharaj, PM Modi said, "This day is also special because on 28th June 1987, Acharya Vidyanand Muniraj received the title of 'Acharya'. It wasn't just an honour but it was also a 'pavitra dhaara' connecting the Jain culture to ideas, restraint and compassion. When we are celebrating his 100th birth anniversary today, it reminds us of that historic moment."

"On this occasion, you honoured me with the title of 'Dharma Chakravarti'. I do not consider myself suitable for this. But it is our culture that whatever we receive from saints, we accept it as 'prasad'. So, I humbly accept this 'prasad' and dedicate it to Maa Bharati'."

 "Acharya Vidyanand Ji Muniraj was 'Yug Purush', he was 'Yug Drashta'. I am fortunate to have had the opportunity to experience his spiritual aura in person. He gave me his guidance from time to time. I always had his blessings. Today, from this stage of his centenary celebrations, I can feel his love and closeness." 

"India is the oldest living culture of the world. We have been immortal for thousands of years because our ideas are immortal, our thoughts are immortal, our philosophy is immortal. The source of this philosophy is our sages, saints and acharyas."

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The centenary year will include a series of programs across India aimed at fostering community engagement, encouraging youth participation, promoting interfaith dialogue, enhancing temple outreach, and raising awareness about Jain heritage. These initiatives are designed to ensure that the enduring message of Acharya Vidyanand Ji continues to inspire future generations.

(With ANI Inputs)

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