Ahmedabad

Gujarat Chief Minister Mrs. Anandiben Patel today launched 300th book ‘Hasya Ni Sathe Param Rahasya’ written by Ratnasagar Rajendra Surishwarji at K.J. Somaiya ground in Mumbai and took blessings of Jain saints. On the occasion, Mrs. Patel praised role of Jain literature to protect traditions and social values.

Talking about Jainism, CM stated that Jainism explains the philosophy of life. She adeed that this must be the only religion in the world that simultaneously talks about non-violence and bravery. About 20 doctors from France and Switzerland have come to Gujarat to study the secret of health of Jain Munis. They are gathering information from Ahmedabad, Junagadh and Palitana, Mrs. Patel said.

While talking about the importance of books in overall development of children, Mrs. Patel shared that the state government is encouraging school children to read books containing national pride, essence of life and social conscience. She said that books on the life and works of our great people are distributed among children. Large number of people from Jain community was present on the occasion.

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