Kurukshetra: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Tuesday flagged off a special pilgrimage train to Takhat Sachkhand Sri Hazur Sahib in Maharashtra's Nanded.
Addressing a function under the Mukhyamantri Teerth Darshan Yojana at Kurukshetra Railway Station, the Chief Minister flagged off a special pilgrimage train to Takhat Sachkhand Sri Hazur Sahib and interacted with the pilgrims, conveying his best wishes for a safe and spiritually enriching journey.
Providing details of the pilgrimage, he informed that more than 800 pilgrims from nine districts are undertaking the journey, with comprehensive arrangements made for their safety, security, food and overall comfort.
Highlighting the spiritual significance of the initiative, Saini said that the special train serves as a symbolic bridge between Kurukshetra, the land where Lord Krishna delivered the message of the Bhagavad Gita, and Takhat Sachkhand Sri Hazur Sahib, the sacred site where Guru Gobind Singh attained 'Joti Jot'.
He said this initiative reflects the continuous and vibrant flow of India's spiritual traditions.
He also announced that a grand Somnath Yatra will be organised from the state on June 8, stating that the Somnath Temple stands as a symbol of India's eternal faith, rich cultural heritage and the resurgence of national self-respect.
Referring to the Centre's initiative, he said that under the "Somnath Swabhimaan Parv", a year-long national commemoration will be observed till January 11, 2027.
In a separate programme, Saini also addressed a seminar and exhibition on the theme "Empowered Women, Empowered Society, Empowered Nation", jointly organised by Kurukshetra University and the Information, Public Relations and Languages Department at Kurukshetra University.