The air in Hisar district was filled with the chants of “Maharaja Agrasen Ki Jai” today as the Agrawal community celebrated the birth anniversary of their forefather with unprecedented scale. Agroha Dham, considered the spiritual home of the Vaishya community, served as the epicenter of the festivities.
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State-Level Recognition: For the first time, the Haryana government observed Maharaja Agrasen Jayanti as a high-profile state-level event. CM Nayab Singh Saini, who reached Agroha Dham in the afternoon, offered prayers at the Shaktipeeth and participated in the ceremonial Hawan.
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The Shobha Yatras:
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In Hisar city, a massive procession featured over 50 tableaux (jhankis) showcasing Maharaja Agrasen’s democratic ideals and the “One Brick, One Rupee” philosophy.
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In Agroha, the Shobha Yatra was led by traditional folk dancers and bands, drawing devotees from neighboring Punjab, Rajasthan, and Delhi.
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Key Policy Announcements: Addressing the gathering, the CM announced:
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Heritage Preservation: A dedicated fund for the preservation of the Agroha Mound (an archaeological site) to bring it on the world map similar to Rakhigarhi.
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Connectivity: Progress on the Maharaja Agrasen International Airport in Hisar, which is expected to transform the region into an industrial and tourism hub.
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Development Authority: Plans to establish a “Metropolitan City Development Authority” specifically for the Hisar-Agroha industrial corridor.
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The “One Brick” Philosophy: The CM lauded the Vaishya community’s contribution to the economy and social welfare, stating that Maharaja Agrasen’s vision of socialism—where every newcomer to a city was given a brick and a rupee by residents to build a house and start a business—is the ultimate model for modern social security.
