Bengaluru: Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yeddiyurappa on Sunday paid rich tributes to Swami Vivekananda on the occasion of his death anniversary by offering floral garland at the philosopher’s photograph at his home office in Cauvery.
Remembering the 19th-century spiritual leader, Deputy Chief Minister Dr CS Ashwathnarayna tweeted, “Education is manifestation of perfection already in man. We want that education by which character is formed, strength of mind is increased, intellect is expanded, by which one can stand on one’s own feet. Let his ideals be torchlight to lead a great life!”
Health and Medical Education Minister Dr K Sudhakar also tweeted, “On his Nirwan Diwas, I bow to Swami Vivekananda who took India’s message to the world through his universal appeal that transcended religions & boundaries. He saw a vital place for youth in the realm of nation-building & let’s strive hard to realise his dream of a glorious Bharat.”
Every year, July 4 is observed as the death anniversary of Swami Vivekananda, who is regarded as one of the finest spiritual leaders and intellects India has produced. Vivekananda played an important role in introducing the philosophies of yoga and Vedanta to the West. He is best known for his speech at the World Parliament of Religion in Chicago in 1893 which started with the opening remarks, “My brothers and sisters of America.”