Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla calls Vedas the foundation of Indian civilisation
Hyderabad: Telangana Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla on Saturday, October 31, described the Vedas as the foundation of Indian civilisation and culture. He highlighted the connection between the Vedas and Indian civilisation while stressing their continuing relevance to spirituality, environmental protection, ethical values and social harmony.
Addressing the 26th Telangana Veda Vidwan Mahasabhalu at Yadagirigutta, the Governor emphasised the importance of preserving traditional knowledge through generations.
He praised the Guru-Shishya tradition and acknowledged the dedication of Acharyas in safeguarding Vedic learning. He particularly appreciated their efforts to preserve accurate pronunciation, recitation and the transmission of sacred knowledge from teachers to students.
Vedas and Indian civilisation remain central to cultural heritage
Shukla said the Vedic tradition continued to hold significance in India’s cultural and spiritual life. Moreover, he stressed the importance of combining ancient knowledge with modern scientific understanding.
The Governor called for greater institutional support for Gurukuls and centres dedicated to Vedic education. He said such efforts would help sustain traditional learning while encouraging its integration with contemporary scientific knowledge.
Meanwhile, he congratulated more than 500 students appearing for Vedic examinations. He said their commitment to learning reflected a promising future for India’s cultural heritage.
During the programme, the Governor felicitated 10 Vedic scholars with Jayapatras in recognition of their scholarship.
Shukla also highlighted Yadagirigutta’s potential to develop into a major centre for Vedic studies and spiritual activities. He noted that the temple town could play an important role in advancing traditional education and spiritual pursuits.
Earlier, the Governor and his wife, Janaki Shukla, visited the Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy temple at Yadagirigutta and offered prayers. The couple also participated in the temple visit, during which the Governor released its annual calendar for 2026.