Chhattisgarh: President Murmu Releases Rs 200 Coin To Honour Sindhi Spiritual Figure
Says food, not merely means to satisfy hunger, but symbol of hard work of farmers, gift of Mother Earth
President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday released a Rs 200 commemorative coin in honour of revered Sindhi spiritual figure Mata Hasi Devi here.
The coin has been issued by the Union finance ministry to mark the 200th birth anniversary of Mata Sahib Hasi Devi, the fifth spiritual head of 'Shadani Darbar' here.
Following its unveiling, devotees and coin collectors will be able to book the commemorative coin through various units of Shadani Darbar.
The special coin features an image of Mata Hasi Devi.
One side bears the Lion Capital of Ashoka, along with the denomination of Rs 200.
Governor Ramen Deka and chief minister Vishnu Deo Sai were also present on the occasion.
Addressing another function, organized on the occasion of Nuakhai, an agrarian festival marking the new harvest, here, the president said that the occasion is not merely a cultural celebration; it is a tribute to our rich traditions, social harmony and unity.
“Such occasions provide us with an opportunity to reconnect with our roots, take pride in our cultural heritage, and pass on the life values to our next generations”, she said.
She said that Nuakhai celebration is our agricultural traditions, an expression of gratitude towards nature and a testament to the spirit of community.
“This festival reminds us that food is not just a means to satisfy hunger; it is a symbol of the hard work of our farmers, the generosity of Mother Earth and the invaluable gifts of nature”, she said.
She underlined that it is our collective responsibility to respect food, acknowledge the contributions of our farmers, and protect our natural resources.
