A saint who was committed to nation building
Mookmati. Through his works, he gave a voice to the downtrodden. In the domain of healthcare too, his contributions were transformative.
He was associated with several efforts, especially in underserved areas. His approach to healthcare was holistic, integrating physical well-being with spiritual wellness, thereby addressing the needs of the person as a whole. I would especially urge the coming generations to study extensively about Acharya Ji’s commitment to nation building.
He would always urge people to rise above any partisan considerations and instead focus on national interest. He was one of the strongest votaries of voting because he saw it as an expression of participation in democratic processes. He advocated healthy as well as clean politics, even saying that policy making has to be about people’s welfare, not self-interest (Lokneeti is about Loksangrah not Lobhsangrah).
He believed that a strong nation is built on the foundation of its citizens’ commitment to their duties—towards themselves, their families, society, and the country. He encouraged individuals to cultivate virtues such as honesty, integrity and self-reliance, which he saw as essential for the creation of a just, compassionate, and thriving society. This emphasis on duties is of great importance as we work towards building a Viksit Bharat.
In an era where environmental degradation is rampant the world over, Pujya Acharya Ji called for a way of life which would minimize the harm being inflicted on nature. Likewise, he saw a paramount role for agriculture in our economy, also stressing on making agriculture modern as well as sustainable. His work towards reforming jail inmates was also noteworthy.
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