True Greatness Lies in Service and Spiritual Strength, Says President Murmu at Shivarathreeshwara Shivayogi Jayanthi

President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday inaugurated the 1066th Jayanthi celebrations of Adi Jagadguru Sri Shivarathreeshwara Shivayogi Mahaswamiji at Malavalli, emphasising that true greatness comes from sacrifice, service, and spiritual strength, not wealth or authority.

"Across the ages, saints have enlightened humanity through their wisdom and compassion. Their lives remind us that true greatness lies not in authority or wealth, but in sacrifice, service, and spiritual strength. Among such greatest saints, Adi Jagadguru Sri Shivarathreeshwara Shivayogi Mahaswamiji shines as a beacon of light and inspiration," she said.

Addressing the gathering, the President said that saints across the ages have illuminated humanity through wisdom and compassion, serving as enduring examples of selfless dedication.

Among them, she said, Adi Jagadguru Sri Shivarathreeshwara Shivayogi Mahaswamiji continues to inspire generations through his life and teachings.

She underlined the critical role of youth in shaping India's destiny, noting that their energy, creativity, values, and integrity will determine the nation's future.

"Our greatest strength lies in our youth—their energy, creativity, values, and character. The destiny of India will be shaped not only by their skills and knowledge, but by their integrity and sense of purpose. I urge institutions like Suttur Math to continue inspiring young minds, nurturing responsible citizens, and guiding the architects of tomorrow's India," she said.

President Murmu also highlighted the contributions of the Suttur Math and its affiliated JSS Mahavidyapeetha in advancing education, healthcare, women empowerment, rural development, and cultural preservation.

She said that as India progresses towards its vision for 2047, integrating modern knowledge with moral wisdom, technological growth with compassion, and innovation with social inclusion is essential.

"As we move towards the vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047, we need both, the power of technology and the strength of values. A developed India requires the integration of modern education with moral wisdom, innovation with environmental responsibility, economic growth with social inclusion, and progress with compassion. The Government of India is working with this holistic vision. Institutions like Suttur Math can play a substantial role in this national endeavour," President Murmu said.

Concluding her remarks, the President called upon spiritual and educational institutions to continue inspiring citizens and shaping the architects of tomorrow's India.

President Droupadi Murmu, will tour Tamil Nadu and Telangana. She will perform darshan and aarti at the Golden Temple at Vellore in Tamil Nadu on Wednesday before proceeding to Rashtrapati Nilayam in Secunderabad.

On December 19, she will inaugurate the National Conference of Public Service Commission Chairpersons in Hyderabad, and on December 20, she will address a conference on 'Timeless Wisdom of Bharat' organized by Brahma Kumaris Shanti Sarovar in Hyderabad.