In a heartwarming gesture of cultural diplomacy and spiritual exchange, the timeless wisdom of the Shrimad Bhagwat Gita has found a new resonance in Japan. Strengthening the bridge of values, learning, and peace between India and Japan, the Government of Haryana presented beautifully translated Japanese editions of the sacred text to Indian diplomatic missions in Osaka and Fukuoka.
In a special ceremony, 100 copies of the Japanese edition of the Shrimad Bhagwat Gita were handed over to Shri Chandru Appar, Consulate General of India, Osaka, Japan. The event witnessed the presence of dignitaries including Shri Upender Singhal (KDB), Shri Pawan Choudhary (Chief Minister’s Office), Shri Sanjay Garg (HSIIDC), and Ms. Heena Bindlish (Foreign Cooperation Department, Government of Haryana).
The exchange was more than ceremonial it symbolized the growing cultural and spiritual connection between the two nations. Shri Chandru Appar expressed keen interest in initiating online Gita learning courses for Japanese students, envisioning it as a platform to share India’s philosophical heritage and timeless teachings with Japan’s youth and spiritual seekers.
In a similar initiative, 25 copies of the Japanese edition of the Shrimad Bhagwat Gita were presented to Shri Ramkumar C, Consulate General of India, Fukuoka, Japan. The ceremony also became a moment of celebration and goodwill, with the Haryana delegation conveying Diwali greetings to the Consulate team.
These gestures reflect Haryana’s proactive cultural outreach, connecting the land of Kurukshetra where Lord Krishna delivered the eternal message of the Gita to the heart of Japan, a nation that deeply values discipline, spirituality, and harmony.
The initiative also aligns with the upcoming International Gita Mahotsav (IGM), to be held in Kurukshetra from November 15 to December 5, 2025. This grand celebration will see participation from missions of 51 countries, spreading the universal message of peace, duty, and righteousness. The Government of Haryana has also invited Japanese cultural troupes to participate in both the International Gita Mahotsav and the Surajkund International Crafts Mela, strengthening people-to-people ties and promoting mutual cultural appreciation.
The Bhagwat Gita, often called the “Song of the Soul,” transcends time, geography, and language. Its teachings on balance, self-realization, and moral action have inspired millions and now, through this thoughtful initiative, they are set to inspire many more across Japan.
From the sacred land of Kurukshetra to the serene cities of Osaka and Fukuoka, the eternal message of the Gita continues its journey reminding the world that true wisdom knows no boundaries.
