Varanasi. Himachal Pradesh Governor Shivpratap Shukla says that for the progress and prosperity of any nation, it is necessary that its citizens keep the spirit of nationalism alive within themselves. He was addressing the launch ceremony of three books of renowned writer Dr. Neerja Madhav here in the capacity of chief guest. Three books of Dr. Neerja Madhav were launched simultaneously in the Commissionerate Auditorium, Varanasi. The first book “Arth Rashtravad” is published by Prabhat Prakashan, New Delhi and the remaining two books “Neerja Madhav: Rachna Dharmita ke Sopan” and the second book “Neerja Madhav: Srijan Ka Aytaan” are published by Pralek Prakashan, New Delhi. The editors of these two books focusing on the personality and work of Dr. Neerja Madhav are Dr. Beni Madhav Mishra and Dr. Kavindra Narayan Srivastava.
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Expressing his views on the book “Artihat Nationalism”, Governor Shri Shukla said – Literature plays an important role in building national character. When a man, rising above his personal interests, gives importance to his nation and is ready to serve it whole-heartedly, then national character emerges. Literature has the ability to shape thoughts and bring change and this ability is visible in the writings of Dr. Neerja Madhav. In his presidential address, Director of Inter University Teacher Education Center, BHU, Prof. Prem Narayan Singh said–Dr. In a total of 14 chapters of the book titled ‘Arthaat Nationalism’, Neerja Madhav has presented a concise description on various aspects of nationalism with utmost authenticity, which will be useful for the education world, society and humanity.
In his written address, Dr. Neerja Madhav said that without nationalism coming into existence, a person cannot be a humanitarian and thus cannot be an internationalist either. Nationalism is an emotional feeling of the citizens of any country towards their country, which they have inherited in the same way as they have inherited the country’s natural resources, culture, traditions etc. With the advent of the 21st century, efforts were being made by some extremists to give a narrow and communal form to nationalism, then it came to mind that the basic form of nationalism should be revealed to the new generations and society. The result of that is nationalism.
The main speaker of the program was Prof. Ram Sudhar Singh said that just as Ganga, originating from Gangotri, flows in the mountains under various names and provides greenery to the plains, but its goal is the infinite ocean. Similarly, the source of Neerja ji’s literature provides pleasure to a large readership in the form of various genres like poems, stories, novels, essays, but everyone’s aim is to make every stream of their literature useful for this great nation with national and cultural thinking. Identity has to be surrendered. The canvas of Neerja ji’s writing process is very big. In her fiction she raises those topics which have remained mostly untouched till now. All his stories along with novels like Yamdeep, Geshe Jampa are proof of this. Dr. Madhav has his own clear vision regarding national and cultural thinking.
Special guest Prof. Referring to the challenges of globalization, Arvind Joshi clarified India’s broad cultural nationalism and said that the narrow and wrong interpretation of nationalism through the western lens is creating serious crisis. This work of Dr. Neerja is not only literary, but it plays an important role in understanding Indian nationalism. Addressing the gathering as a special guest, journalist and in-charge of Swaraj Express national channel, Shri Dharmendra Tripathi described the works of Dr. Neerja Madhav as the basis of social values and unity of the nation, which will also help the coming generations to understand their cultural values and love for the country. Will always inspire you for immense love.
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In his editorial address, Dr. Kavindra Narayan Srivastava said that after in-depth study of the entire works of Neerja ji during the editing of both the books, if Neerja ji can be called “Katha Queen”, then it will be the best tribute for her from the Indian literary world. Would be an appropriate title. He has given a vast world of stories and novels to the literary society. He said that Neerja ji’s words have an infallible power which deeply shakes the conscience of the reader. Dr. Beni Madhav welcomed the guests and conducted the stage and the vote of thanks was given by Padmanabha Trivedi.
