category Regional, chandigarh, , tags Regional, chandigarh, , DW BUREAU Chandigarh Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal said that the Azadi ka Amrit Kaal, spanning from 2022 to 2047, is aimed at nurturing a sense of patriotism among the youth. During Amrit Kaal, we remember and pay homage to the countless valiant martyrs who fought for the nation s freedom. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is working diligently to realize the dream that these people had held after India gained independence. After the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign, the program Meri Mati-Mera Desh is now awakening the patriotic spirit among our youth. Chief Minister was addressing the people at the state-level Meri Mati Mera Desh event held in Rohtak today. On this occasion, he also administered the Pancha-Pran oath to the people, which will become an integral part of our lives. The Chief Minister also recited the words of the renowned poet, saying, Aao Bacchon Tumhe Dikhayen Jhanki Hindustan Ki, Is Maati Se Tilak Karno Ye Dharti Hai Balidan Ki. He said that today, dedicated volunteers have gathered sacred soil from across Haryana, collecting it in 242 Kalash, and these will be transported to Delhi on October 29. As many as 75,000 Kalash from all corners of the country will arrive in Delhi, carrying this sacred soil, which will be utilized in the creation of Amrit Vatika as a memorial of the Amrit Kaal. This soil will also be incorporated into the trees along the Kartavaya Path, symbolizing the unity and integrity of the nation. He said that Prime Minister Sh Narendra Modi initiated this sacred campaign with the intention of nurturing a sense of patriotism among the youth. Shri Manohar Lal stated that when this sacred soil, collected from approximately 7 lakh villages and cities across the country, reaches Delhi, Prime Minister Sh Narendra Modi will personally lead the oath-taking ceremony for all the volunteers. He said that when the spirit of patriotism is kindled within our youth, our strength as a nation will remain unassailable. He said that today India stands as the fifth-largest economic power globally. In 1947, when the country gained independence, there was a renewed sense of zeal and enthusiasm among the people. In terms of development, we have made significant progress, reaching the moon and achieving self-reliance in various sectors. (editor dailyworld.in)