Haryana to observe 'Sadbhavna Diwas'
Chandigarh, Aug 18 (UNI) The Haryana government has decided to observe former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi's birth aniversary on August 20 as 'Sadbhavna Diwas.' The state government would also observe 'Communal Harmony Fortnight' from August 20 to September 5.
An official spokesman today said the theme of the 'Sadbhavna Diwas' was to promote integration and harmony among the people of all religions, languages and regions.
He said 'goodwill towards everyone' and 'non-violence' were the two main mottos of the 'Sadbhavna Diwas'.
To promote this theme further, the government had also decided to observe the 'Communal Harmony Fortnight'.
In a communication addressed to all the Deputy Commissioners in the state, the government had directed to observe 'Sadbhavna Diwas' in an appropriate manner and conduct an all-faith prayer meeting followed by administering a 'Sadbhavna pledge'.
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