NEW DELHI — Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared a traditional Sanskrit Subhashitam on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), underscoring the supreme moral value of granting fearlessness and protecting human life across society.
The official statement, released by the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) via Press Information Bureau (PIB) Delhi, emphasizes public service, protection, and humanitarian duty.
Verse Citation and Philosophical Translation
The Prime Minister quoted a classic verse centered on ethical duty (Dharma) and the primacy of safeguarding lives:
“अभयस्यैव यो दाता तस्यैव सुमहत्फलम् ।
न हि प्राणसमं दानं त्रिषु लोकेषु विद्यते ॥”
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English Interpretation: Whoever removes fear from the minds of people earns the greatest blessings and merit. In all the three worlds, there is no gift greater than the gift of saving a life (Abhaya Dana).
Strategic and Social Context
The Prime Minister’s sharing of classic Sanskrit aphorisms routinely serves to highlight core principles of governance, civic duty, and national welfare.
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Ethical Governance: The emphasis on Abhaya Dana (granting freedom from fear) reinforces the government’s obligation to ensure public security, disaster resilience, and social protection.
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Humanitarian Imperative: The statement underscores that protecting human life and offering safety during times of crisis remains the highest form of social contribution.
Public Outreach
The message reflects the Prime Minister’s ongoing effort to utilize traditional Indian wisdom and classical philosophy to connect timeless ethical values with modern public duty and governance priorities.
