STATE TIMES NEWS RAJOURI: BJP J&K General Secretary and Former MLC Vibodh Gupta on Sunday addressed a special programme organised by the Satwari Mandal at Rani Talab Digiana in Jammu. The programme was organised as part of the monthly Mann Ki Baat radio programme by PM Modi. After listening to the radio programme, Vibodh addressed the gathering and shared key takeaways from today’s programme with the local Sikh youth of the area. He said that our nation today is being respected across the globe because of the great Indian traditions and ethos. These traditions give equal rights to all men and women. Infact women of India enjoy much more rights and respect than any other country of the world, Vibodh remarked. While referring to the current turmoil in Afghanistan, Vibodh said that India is perhaps one of the most inclusive countries in the world. He further added that India is a country that celebrates diverse beliefs and diverse perspectives and the minorities in India are much more safer than any other part of the world. While referring to the constitutional safeguards, Vibodh said that our constitution also gives equal opportunities and freedom to everyone. During this address, Vibodh also appreciated the role of the central Government under the leadership of PM Modi for bringing back holy Guru Granth Sahib from Afghanistan under very difficult circumstances. Through this gesture PM Modi has made a special place for himself in the hearts and minds of Sikh community. Prominent among others who were present in the meeting include Bharat Bhushan, BJP Satwari Mandal President, Pawan Singh Corporator Ward No. 23, Rajesh Gupta, Narinder Koki, Shalu Gupta, Sardar Garib Singh, Jyoti Sharma and Sardar Kulwant Singh Bhati.
