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We have to connect slum children with Gandhiji’s thoughts and Modiji’s vision of Kheloge toh Khiloge: Vijay Goel
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1. 2000 children participated in the Gandhi Darshan G20 Yuva Daud – Vijay Goel
2. Former Union Minister and Vice Chairman Gandhi Darshan, Vijay Goel flagged off G-20 Yuva Daud from Rani Bagh.
3. We have to connect slum children with Gandhiji's thoughts and Modiji's vision of Kheloge toh Khiloge: Vijay Goel
New Delhi, April 23, 2023
Around 2000 enthusiastic children in the age group of 7 to 20 year-old took part in
the Gandhi Darshan G 20 Yuva Daud on April 23, 2023 from Haryana Maitri
Bhawan, Rani Bagh in a grand event that was organized by Gandhi Darshan. The
run was flagged off by former Union Minister and Vice Chairman of Gandhi Darshan,
Vijay Goel.
Addressing the gathering of children and their parents who came for this grand
event, Vijay Goel applauded the efforts of these enthusiastic children who came to
Haryana Maitri Bhawan at 6.00 AM from where they ran for about 3 kms to
Jagdamba Banquet Hall.
Goel said that the unique thing about this race is that every participating child was
given a gold medal with the photo of Mahatma Gandhi and Prime Minister Narendra
Modi and a T-shirt, on which a photo of Gandhi ji was printed.
Vijay Goel also said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has become the President of
the organization of G20 group of nations, which is a matter of pride for us and this
Yuva Daud is also a celebration of this proud moment.
Goel said that the purpose of this run is to bring forward the children living in slums
and to inculcate the spirit of Prime Minister's mantra 'Kheloge to Khiloge'. He also
informed that more such race would be organized in future.
Vijay Goel further said that government under the leadership of Prime Minister
Narendra Modi has always encouraged young players to utilize their skills in sports
and shine. He said that these events enable us to gather the youth and know about
their skills and ideas.
Goel said: “This is not just any other run but we are running for a better tomorrow, a
New India where each youngster utilises his/her skills for nation building.”
Goel told that the purpose of this run is to bring forward the children living in slums
and develop their hidden talents. Goel also inspired the children to adopt good
habits.
Speaking on the occasion, Vijay Goel said that Gandhi Darshan will organize regular
quiz competitions and other competitions for children and prizes will be also be given
to the winners.
He also invited the children, their parents and coordinators to see the museums in
Gandhi Darshan, near Rajghat and Gandhi Smriti at Tees January Marg.
Goel also inspired other organizations to organize such programmes and called for
maximising people’s participation for its grand success.
Vijay Goel also presented medals to all the participating children on the occasion.
The run culminated in front of the Jagdamba Banquet Hall, where a patriotic cultural
programme of song and dance by artistes from Funkar troupe, kept the participants
mesmerised.
2000 children will participate in the G20 Gandhi Darshan Yuva Daud – Vijay Goel
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· 2000 children will participate in the G20 Gandhi Darshan Yuva Daud – Vijay Goel
· Cultural program by artists will be major attraction: Goel
· Delhi Pradesh BJP President Virendra Sachdev and National General Secretary, BJP, Tarun Chugh will attend the function : Vijay Goel
New Delhi, April 22, 2023
To spread the name and philosophy of Mahatma Gandhi amongst the slum children of Delhi, 'Gandhi Darshan Yuva Daud is being organised on Sunday, April 23, 2023 at Haryana Maitri Bhawan, Rani Bagh, Road No. 43, Near Keshav Mahavidyalaya from 6.00 A.M. More than 2000 children from different areas of Delhi will participate in this run, in which T-shirts that will be given will have Gandhiji's message written on them.
Vice Chairman of Gandhi Darshan and former Union Minister Vijay Goel said that at 6 AM, these children will be brought to Haryana Maitri Bhawan and they will run for about 3 kms from Rani Bagh. Every child will have a pamphlet of good manners in his hand, so that these could be imparted to the children.
Goel said that on one hand we are doing programs within 'Gandhi Darshan' and on the other hand we are spreading Gandhiji's messages through sports and cultural programs in different areas outside 'Gandhi Darshan'.
Goel informed that BJP National General Secretary Tarun Chugh and Delhi State President Virendra Sachdev will be present on the occasion as the Chief Guest.
Goel also said that any child living in Delhi can participate in this run. The purpose of this run is to also bring forward the children living in slums and children from different sections of the society and to fulfil the mantra of 'Kheloge to Khiloge' as given by Hon'ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Goel said that ever since the Prime Minister Narendra Modi became the President of G20, since then various programmes are being organized all across the country. In this direction, 'Gandhi Darshan' has also named this race as 'G-20 Gandhi Darshan Yuva Daud'.
2000 children from almost 15 slums took part in Yuva Slum Daud at Model Town
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1. 2000 children from almost 15 slums took part in Yuva Slum Daud at Model Town
2. Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal flags off the grand Yuva Slum Daud amidst loud cheer and excitement
3. Youth has tremendous positive energy and this can transform India – Piyush Goyal
4. Prime Minister’s Kheloge to Khiloge mantra has changed the perception of sports in India – Piyush Goyal
5. Cultural program by slum children and Kathak Kendra was major attraction: Vijay Goel
6. Every participating children were given gold medal and T-Shirts – Vijay Goel
7. We are running for a better tomorrow, a New India – Vijay Goel
New Delhi, March 26, 2023: Union Commerce Minister Shri Piyush Goel, Gandhi Darshan Vice Chairman and former Union Minister Vijay Goel, Shri Virendra Sachdeva, Delhi Pradesh President and Diana Mikavicien, Ambassador of Lithuania to India flagged off G-20 youth slum race organized by Gandhi Darshan from Amardev Public School, Model Town on March 26, 2023 in a grand event that saw the participation of over 2000 children from over 15 slums of Model Town and surrounding areas.
The run started from Priyadarshini Park Derawal Nagar near Amar Dev Public School and concluded at Mahaveer Senior Secondary Model School, covering a distance of 2.5 kms.
Addressing the gathering Piyush Goyal said, “Youth has tremendous energy and they must use it to transform India into “New India” which is the dream of Prime Minister Narendra Modi”.
Piyush Goyal said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has given a mantra for the youth, Kheloge to Khiloge. This slogan has been a major factor in changing the perception of the game in the country over the years.
Vijay Goel said that the unique thing about this race is every participating child was given a gold medal with the photo of Mahatma Gandhi and Prime Minister Narendra Modi and a T-shirt, on which a photo of Gandhi ji was printed.
Vijay Goel also said that more such race would be organized in future.
Goel said that the children living in slums have to be encouraged and Gandhiji's ideas have to be propagated in them. On this occasion children also took the oath to do good deeds like being clean and keeping their slum areas clean, respect their parents, brush their teeth and so on.
Addressing the participants Goel said, “Our aim is to provide the youth of slum something positive so that they do not take to drugs or other anti-social activities.
Vijay Goel also said that Prime Minister Modi of India, Narendra Modi has become the President of the organization of G20 group of nations, which is a matter of pride for us and this Yuva Slum Daud is also a celebration of this proud moment.
Vijay Goel further said that this is the first time that such a large number of children are participating in the G20 Youth Slum Run organized by 'Gandhi Darshan'. He said that the purpose of this run is to bring forward the children living in slums and to inculcate the spirit of Prime Minister's mantra 'Kheloge to Khiloge'.
Vijay Goyal also presented medals to all the participating children on the occasion.
Addressing the participants, Goel said: “This is not just any other run but we are running for a better tomorrow, a New India where each youngster utilises his/her skills for nation building.”
Vijay Goel said that the government under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi has always encouraged young players to utilize their skills in sports and shine. He said that these events enable us to gather the youth and know about their skills and ideas.
Children from the slums presented colourful cultural programs on the occasion. Artists from Sangeet Natak Akademi kept the audience mesmerized with their stunning performances. Yoga performance by children from Mahaveer Sr. Model School was another attraction of the programme.
Among other guests, Mahaveer Sr. Model School's principal Ruchika Sukhija, Shri S L Jain, Shri Satpal Bhatia, Shri Sanjay Mittal and others were present on the occasion.
Vijay Goel will flags off G20 Run for Women Power from Gandhi Darshan, Rajghat
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1. Vijay Goel will flags off G20 Run for Women Power from Gandhi Darshan, Rajghat
2. We are remembering the freedom fighters through this run – Goel
3. 1000 participants from Gujarat, Haryana, UP and Delhi joined the Run 4 Women Power
4. Women freedom fighters played a pivotal role in freedom struggle under Mahatma Gandhi’s leadership – Kiran Chopra
New Delhi, the March 5, 2023
Almost 1000 enthusiastic runners barring different age-groups from different parts of Delhi, Gujarat, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh took part in the “G-20 Run for Women Power” in Gandhi Darshan, Rajghat on March 5, 2023. The G-20 Run for Women Power was flagged off by former Union Minister and Vice Chairman Gandhi Smriti Shir Vijay Goel and Mrs. Kiran Chopra, Chairperson of Varishth Nagrik Kesari Club and Chief Guest of the programme.
Goel also gave away the prizes to the participants on the occasion.
The event was organized by Gandhi Smriti and Darshan Samiti in collaboration with Health Fitness Trust as part of the celebrations to mark the International Women’s Day. Former Asian Marathon Champion and Founder Director of Health Fitness Trust was the race coordinator.
Inspiring the youth, Vijay Goel spoke about the initiatives India has taken under the dynamic leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He said that this team spirit also gives us a new way of looking at life. This team spirit we get to learn from such sporting events.
Goel said, We are remembering Mahatma Gandhi through this run. We are remembering health through this run. We are remembering freedom fighters through this run.
Goel said that by organising this G-20 Run for Women Powerr we are also celebrating India’s presidency of G20 whiihc is headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Kiran Chopra said that women played a pivotal role in the freedom struggle under the leadership of Mahatma Gandhi and they are born leaders. As a society we have to take the responsibility of making the girl child empowered through education.
Sunita Godara said that we are proudly displaying the G20 resolution 'One Earth, One Family, One Future' through this race.
The other attractions of the programme included Zumba and a thematic dance performance on “Womanhood” by Beni Kalra. As part of this event, Aainball State Championship friendly tournament was also organised.
The other guests included Sanjeev Kapoor, Chairman, Sports Grail; Dr. D D Lall, Consultant Pain Physician from Artemis Hospital, Karuna Jain, philanthropist, Sanjay Ahuja, Vice President TFCI and others.
Golden Haveli Dharampura is a paradise in itself – Vijay Goel
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1. Golden Haveli Dharampura is a paradise in itself – Vijay Goel
2. Vijay Goel’s brings passion towards restoring old Havelis in Chandni Chowk
3. Vijay Goel dedicates newly restored Haveli to G-20 celebrating India’s presidency
4. Not only money but passion is needed to preserve the historical heritage – Vijay Goel
New Delhi, the 1st March, 2023
Former Union Minister Vijay Goel is engaged in the campaign to save the havelis, which have been a distinctive feature of Old Delhi. In this attempt, Vijay Goel has revamped the Golden Haveli in Dharmapura area of Chandni Chowk which has now become a center of attraction for people, especially foreign guests.
On March 1, 2023, Vijay Goel organized a curtain raiser for the Golden Haveli, during which invited guests were given on a tour of the newly constructed Golden Haveli when Goel briefed them about the history of the Haveli and its restoration.
After Haveli Dharmapura at Chandni Chowk, Vijay Goel took up another haveli for conservation and on April 15, 2019, took over the responsibility of conserving this 150-year-old haveli.
Informing about the Golden Haveli, Vijay Goel said that both money and passion are needed to preserve the historical heritage. He said that he feels sad to see that even if there is no money and passion, the persons from the government department, who are directly related to tourism and archeology, have never shown curiosity even to see these havelis, leave alone to preserve them.
The former Union Minister said that when he conserved the first haveli 'Haveli Dharmapura' with tireless efforts of 6 years, it was because of his passion and dedication he received a UNESCO heritage award for his efforts.
The beauty of this Golden Haveli of 200 yards, located at a distance of ten houses from Haveli Dharmapura, is an eyecatcher. Goel says that this mansion is along with the famous jeweler’s market of Chandni Chowk, Dariba and Kinari Bazaar. If you go to the roof of the haveli, you can see Jama Masjid, Red Fort, Gaurishankar Temple, Jain Temple, Gurudwara Sheeshganj.
Goel said that we are celebrating India's presidency of G-20, and therefore I have named this haveli as G-20 Golden Haveli.
Goel further informed that that Golden Haveli, taken as a heritage site, not only has samples of architectural features, traditional ancient construction style, but also has a history of its own in a city like Chandni Chowk. The haveli is a significant heritage building, not only due to its distinct architectural features and traditional construction style but also due to the f act that it is a part of the wonderful ensemble in the historic core of Capital city. Its distinctive feature is the central courtyard, which had housed an “anar” tree, whose miniature verity was got from Persia and planted here. This is where Gali Anar got its name from, Goel said.
Goel said that the Haveli is built in sandstone with an imposing façade in stone carving and jaalis (trellis work). It is open on three sides and is very well ventilated. It is built in Islamic architecture style with cusped arched openings to the rooms around the courtyard with teak, sal and sheesham doors and windows (with stained glass work). The ground, first floor and terrace are very well preserved, though part of it is a later addition in the late-20th century.
Goyal got this work done with the hard work of famous architect Kapil Agarwal of Spaces Architect. Kapil Agarwal had earlier worked with Vijay Goel in restoration of Haveli Dharmapura.
Vijay Goel welcomed US Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer at Gandhi Smriti
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1. Vijay Goel welcomed US Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer at Gandhi Smriti
2. Vijay Goel presented Mahatma Gandhi’s Autobiography to Chuck Schumer
3. US Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and other senators pays tribute to Mahatma Gandhi in Gandhi Smriti
New Delhi, February 21, 2023
Former Union Minister and Vice Chairman Gandhi Smriti and Darshan Samiti Vijay Goel today welcomed United States Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer in Gandhi Smriti and presented him with the autobiography of Mahatma Gandhi and a Gandhi Charkha. Goel also led Chuck Schumer to pay tributes at the Martyr’s Column, the site of Mahatma Gandhi’s assassination.
During their interaction, Chuck Schumer said that his father Abe Schumer had met Mahatma Gandhi in Calcutta. He informed that during World War II when his father, as a navigator was flying over the Himalayas located in Burma, he stopped at Calcutta where he had met Mahatma Gandhi and exchanged greetings to him.
Vijay Goel and Senator Schumer shared memories of their political career during this visit and briefed him about the history of Mahatma Gandhi’s stay in the erstwhile Birla House,
Goyal also said how the India-US ties have strengthened under the dynamic leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Schumer while calling Mahatma Gandhi, “A great man of humanity”, wrote: “A beautiful memorial in memory of a beautiful man – who still today does great influence in the world for peace, love and unity”.
Other Senators Maria Cantwell, Catherine Cortez Masto, Amy Klobuchar, Gary Peters, Jack Reed, Mark Warner, Peter Welch and Ron Wyden along with their spouses also visited Gandhi Smriti and offered tributes to Mahatma Gandhi.
First take bribe, let illegal constructions be built, then demolish it – Goel
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· Lieutenant Governor should dismiss the corrupt officials responsible for construction in Mehrauli
· First take bribe, let illegal constructions be built, then demolish it – Goel
New Delhi, February 14, 2023:
Former Union Minister and President of Lok Abhiyan, Vijay Goel will stage a dharna tomorrow, February 15, 2023 at Jantar Mantar demanding action against corrupt officials responsible for unauthorized construction in Mehrauli.
Appealing to Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena, Goel said that the vandalism happening in Mehrauli should be stopped until the process of sacking the corrupt officers responsible for this illegality is completed.
Goel said that first of all, these corrupt officials help unauthorized constructions to be completed by taking bribe and then they make the innocent people cry by demolishing their houses.
Vijay Goel further said that Delhi government, MCD, DDA, Delhi Court should decide that no construction can be demolished until action is taken against the officials responsible for unauthorized constructions.
Goel also appealed to the Lt Governor that on the one hand these unauthorized constructions are being demolished and on the other hand new unauthorized constructions are going on in Delhi with government connivance.
Goel also said that a single window system should also be made, in which the general public would immediately know which construction is illegal and which is legal.
Goel further informed that when the public sees that many unauthorized constructions have taken place and they are not even disturbed, they are encouraged to build their homes in these government land-encroached constructions.
Vijay Goel also said that no one has the right to encroach on government land and that it should be kept in mind by all. However it is necessary for the government to also put up its own boards and boundary walls on its lands/plots.
Vijay Goel welcomed Deputy Commander-in-Chief of Royal Cambodian Armed Forces Lt. General Hun Manet at Gandhi Smriti
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1. Vijay Goel welcomed Deputy Commander-in-Chief of Royal Cambodian Armed Forces Lt. General Hun Manet at Gandhi Smriti
2. Vijay Goel presented Mahatma Gandhi’s Autobiography to Lt. General Hun Manet
3. Deputy Commander-in-Chief of Royal Cambodian Armed Forces Lt. General Hun Manet pays tribute to Mahatma Gandhi in Gandhi Smriti
New Delhi, February 4, 2023
Former Union Minister and Vice Chairman Gandhi Smriti and Darshan Samiti Vijay Goel today welcomed Lieutenant General Hun Manet, Deputy Commander-in-Chief of Royal Cambodian Armed Forces (RCAF) and Commander of Royal Cambodian Army in Gandhi Smriti and presented him with the autobiography of Mahatma Gandhi and a Gandhi Charkha.
Vijay Goel also welcomed H.E. Mr. Ung Sean, Ambassador of Cambodia in India on the occasion.
Commander in Chief Lt. Gen. Hun Manet paid tribute by offering flowers at the martyrdom site of Mahatma Gandhi. Lt. Gen. Hun Manet is not only the Deputy Commander in Chief of the Royal Cambodian Armed Forces, but also the son of the Prime Minister of Cambodia, Mr. Hun Sen.
Lt. Gen. Hun Manet also saw the museum in Gandhi Smriti and visited the room where Gandhiji spent the last 144 days of his life and remembered Gandhiji.
Goel told the visiting delegate that Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi is the chairman of the 'Gandhi Smriti and Darshan Samiti' and that he has great faith in the principles of Mahatma Gandhi. The Modi government is following the path shown by Gandhiji.
Tributes paid to Mahatma Gandhi on 75th Martyrdom Day
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- Tributes paid to Mahatma Gandhi on 75th Martyrdom Day
New Delhi, January 30, 2023
Hon'ble Vice President Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, Hon'ble Lok Sabha Speaker Shri Om Birla, Deputy Chairman of the Committee Shri Vijay Goel and many dignitaries paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi in Gandhi Smriti on the 75th death anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi . An all-religion prayer meeting was also organised on the occasion. Children spun on the charkha throughout the programme.
Children from 22 schools of Delhi and students from G20 countries were also present in the programme.
Famous singer Udit Narayan presented devotional music on the occasion. Devotional music reverberated in the lawns of Gandhi Smriti with Bapuji's favorite bhajan Vaishnav Jana tau and Ram Dhun.
Vice Chairman of Gandhi Smriti Shri Vijay Goyal said that Mahatma Gandhi is the biggest name in the history of Indian independence. Bapu's admirers are spread all over the world. Today it has been 75 years since he left this world, but even today the whole country remembers the Father of the Nation. It is indeed a matter of great pride that under the dynamic leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi India today heads the G-20 group of nations.
The program ended with a silent tribute to Mahatma Gandhi.
‘G-20 March for World Peace’ was organized by Gandhi Darshan.
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1. 'G-20 March for World Peace' was organized by Gandhi Darshan.
2. Students and diplomats from G-20 countries joined the peace march.
3. Starting from Gandhi Darshan at Rajghat, 'G-20 March for World Peace' concluded at Charati Lal Goyal Heritage Park in front of Red Fort.
4. Vivid Cultural programs by children and representatives of G-20 countries and bands of school children became the main attractions of the peace march.
5. Vijay Goel felicitated all the international delegates.
New Delhi, January 21, 2023
Over a thousand students, youth and children belonging to G-20 countries, colleges and schools of Delhi and NCR participated in the ‘G-20 March for World Peace’ on January 21, 2023. The March was organized by Gandhi Smriti and Darshan Samiti and was flagged off by former Union Minister and Vice Chairman, Gandhi Smriti and Darshan Samiti Shri Vijay Goel from Gandhi Darshan, near Rajghat and culminated to Charti Lal Goel Heritage Park opposite Red Fort.
Led by Shri Vijay Goel, the march touched the old city of Chandni Chowk with the Diplomats from the G20 countries who also joined this March for World Peace as part of the celebrations of India taking over the Presidency of G20. India's becoming a global leader was celebrated through this march.
The marchers carried their colourful flags and placards with a message of oneness, equality, harmony underlining the theme of "Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam” or "One Earth One Family One Future”, which underlines the message of equitable growth and a shared future for all.”
Before this march, a colourful cultural program depicting the diversity of India with the theme of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam was organized at Satyagraha Mandap located at Gandhi Darshan, Rajghat. One of the highlights was the New Year Song presented by the students of China that enthralled the people. Apart from this, children from Andhra Education Society, Mount Abu Public School, Universal Public School, Evergreen Public School and artists from Manzil Mystics also presented various cultural programmes. School children also gave a soulful rendition of patriotic tunes on the band during the March.
In his address, Vijay Goel said that it is a matter of pride for India to assume the presidency of G20 countries. It has made every Indian proud. Today India has become famous in the world under the successful leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Today we are moving towards becoming a global leader (Vishwaguru). We are thankful to Modiji for this glorious moment. He said that it is a proud moment for us, when we will show the world a glimpse of our strong global leadership by hosting the meeting of G-20 countries. He expressed gratitude on behalf of Gandhi Smriti and Gandhi Darshan to the representatives of different countries who attended the programme.
Representatives of G-20 countries such as Russia, China, Mexico, Germany and Saudi Arabia participated in this programme with full enthusiasm. Other international students from different colleges and universities representing Uganda, Ghana, Mali, Mauritius, USA, Vietnam, Austria, Botswana, South Sudan, Fiji and Bangladesh participated. Vijay Goel felicitated the students on the occasion.
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