<p>He was speaking at the Dwadasha Jyothirlinga programme organised at the Avadoota Datta peetha here on Sunday.<br /><br />The seer said western philosophy preaches on happiness of the individual, but Indian philosophy tells people to be happy and include others also in the celebration. <br /><br />A few people are turning away from religion. Such people should be made to understand the importance of religion. They should be provided with scientific explanation related to traditions. <br /><br />There is a need for publicising religion and spread their values. He said Sadananda Gowda was a perfect example of a well-cultured chief minister.<br /><br />Chief minister D V Sadananda Gowda said Hindu religion should spread its message across the world. <br /><br />For the last 10 years, the religion is facing many obstacles. We need to join hands and face such obstacles. <br /><br />Participating in the programme has increased my responsibility and inspired me to discharge my duties honestly. The country is known for its spirituality. <br /><br />Instead of trying to win over others, a person should first win over himself. But, we, as politicians, try to win over others and fail, he added. <br /><br />The ever-smiling chief minister told the audience to keep smiling at all times and work honestly.<br /><br />Seer of Avadoota Datta peetha Ganapathi Sachchidananda, founder of Swami Vivekananda Youth Movement Dr Balasubramanya, Narayanachar, MLC G Madhusudhan and others were present on the occasion.<br /></p>
<p>He was speaking at the Dwadasha Jyothirlinga programme organised at the Avadoota Datta peetha here on Sunday.<br /><br />The seer said western philosophy preaches on happiness of the individual, but Indian philosophy tells people to be happy and include others also in the celebration. <br /><br />A few people are turning away from religion. Such people should be made to understand the importance of religion. They should be provided with scientific explanation related to traditions. <br /><br />There is a need for publicising religion and spread their values. He said Sadananda Gowda was a perfect example of a well-cultured chief minister.<br /><br />Chief minister D V Sadananda Gowda said Hindu religion should spread its message across the world. <br /><br />For the last 10 years, the religion is facing many obstacles. We need to join hands and face such obstacles. <br /><br />Participating in the programme has increased my responsibility and inspired me to discharge my duties honestly. The country is known for its spirituality. <br /><br />Instead of trying to win over others, a person should first win over himself. But, we, as politicians, try to win over others and fail, he added. <br /><br />The ever-smiling chief minister told the audience to keep smiling at all times and work honestly.<br /><br />Seer of Avadoota Datta peetha Ganapathi Sachchidananda, founder of Swami Vivekananda Youth Movement Dr Balasubramanya, Narayanachar, MLC G Madhusudhan and others were present on the occasion.<br /></p>
