Lucknow, Dec. 18 -- Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath emphasized that culture is the soul of a nation, stating that just as a human body becomes lifeless without a soul, a nation too loses its vitality, identity, and purpose when it is disconnected from its culture. Speaking on Thursday at the inauguration of the centenary celebrations of Bhatkhande Sanskriti Vishwavidyalaya, the Chief Minister described the occasion as deeply significant.
He noted that despite adverse circumstances, India's art, music, and rhythm have preserved their distinct identity due to an unbroken cultural continuity. This continuity, he said, has enabled India's eternal culture to establish itself and gain global recognition. Emphasizing the sanctity of art, the Chief...