Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath publicly honoured a remarkable 19-year-old Vedic scholar during a significant cultural event in the holy city. The felicitation took place at the inauguration of the fourth edition of the Kashi Tamil Sangamam, where the young prodigy's extraordinary dedication to ancient scriptures was celebrated as a beacon of India's spiritual heritage.
A Scholarly Feat of Memory and Discipline
The scholar, Devvrat Mahesh Rekhe, hails from Maharashtra and has achieved a rare scholarly milestone. He has successfully memorised an astounding 2,000 Vedic mantras, demonstrating a profound connection to ancient Indian knowledge systems. His recent accomplishment is particularly noteworthy: the completion of the rigorous 'Dandakarma Parayanam' from the Madhyandina branch of the Shukla Yajurveda.
This sacred ritual is not a simple recitation. It demands immense personal commitment, spanning over 50 consecutive days. The practice requires unwavering discipline, strict adherence to rules of purity, and absolute accuracy in chanting. Any deviation would break the continuity and sanctity of the parayanam, making its completion a testament to intense training and focus.
Chief Minister's Praise for Tradition and Inspiration
Taking to social media platform X, CM Yogi Adityanath posted an elaborate message applauding the young scholar. He described Devvrat's achievement as a "matter of profound pride" for the nation. The CM emphasized that the feat was especially significant because the sacred recitation concluded in Kashi (Varanasi), one of the world's oldest living cities and a central pillar of Hindu spirituality.
In his praise, the Chief Minister directly linked Devvrat's success to the enduring strength of the Guru-Shishya tradition—the timeless teacher-disciple lineage that has preserved India's Vedic knowledge for millennia. He stated that the young man's discipline and purity reflect the powerful legacy of this traditional educational system.
Recognition for the Support System
Yogi Adityanath did not limit his congratulations to Devvrat alone. He extended his heartfelt appreciation to the scholar's family, his acharyas (teachers), saints, and all the supporting institutions that nurtured his talent. The CM expressed a strong hope that Devvrat's dedication and accomplishment will "continue to inspire generations" to connect with their spiritual and cultural roots.
The felicitation at the Kashi Tamil Sangamam, an event itself dedicated to celebrating the historic cultural links between North and South India, provided a perfect national stage for this recognition. It highlighted the government's emphasis on promoting and preserving India's ancient scholarly traditions alongside modern development.
