Bhubaneswar (UNI)
Material and spiritual development are necessary for humanity, President Droupadi Murmu said while
laying the foundation stone for “Divine Light House” of Prajapita Brahma Kumaris Ishwariya Vishwa
Vidyalaya at Dasabatia on the outskirts of the capital city on Thursday.
The President also launched its
theme of the year “The Year of Positive Change” for conducting seminars and conferences. Speaking on the occasion, Murmu said materialistic changes can give us happiness but one can attain mental peace by following the spiritual path. She added that technology is the driver of change and that change is inevitable and necessary for development. The Prajapita Brahma Kumaris Ishwariya Vishwa Vidyalaya, Murmu said is not just an organization, but also a social and spiritual campaign run by women.
The President said she was happy to note that Prajapita Brahma Kumaris Ishwariya Vishwa Vidyalaya is
paving the way for spirituality through meditation and a disciplined lifestyle. She further said from
time to time some negative thoughts disturb our minds and due to lack of introspection, we start falling prey to negative thinking. Murmu said that feelings of envy and hatred start increasing within us, adding, that the biggest challenge before us today is to get rid of negative thoughts and move towards positivity. She appreciated Brahma Kumaris organization’s efforts for making humanity aware and helping people move forward in a positive direction.