Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that Indian music has the capacity to stir the depth of the human mind and that it is a medium that makes us aware of our worldly duties.
While addressing the launch of Pandit Jasraj Cultural Foundation, the PM paid tributes to the doyen of Indian Classical Music and delved on the importance of Music.
One can feel the cosmic energy through Indian Music
Touching upon the knowledge imparted by the sages of Indian music tradition he said that the strength to feel the cosmic energy and ability to see music in the flow of the universe is what makes Indian Classical music tradition so exceptional.
“Music is a medium that makes us aware of our worldly duties and it also helps us transcend worldly attachments,” he added.
Indian music can stir the depth of the human mind
The Prime Minister lauded Pandit Jasraj Cultural Foundation for their goal of preserving India’s rich heritage of art and culture.
He said that the experience of Yoga Day has indicated that the world has benefited from Indian heritage and Indian music also has the capacity to stir the depth of the human mind.
“Every person in the world is entitled to know about, learn and get benefits of Indian music. It is our responsibility to take care of that”, he said.
IT revolution in the field of music
The Prime Minister called for an IT revolution in the field of music. He called for startups dedicated solely to music, based on Indian instruments and traditions.
He also dwelled on recent efforts to regenerate the centers of culture and art like Kashi. The Prime Minister said that India has shown the way to a secured future to the world through its faith in environment preservation and love for nature.
“In this Indian journey of development along with heritage, ‘Sabka Prayas’ should be included”, he concluded.