VARANASI, Nov. 2 -- Sampurnanand Sanskrit University (SSU) hosted a vibrant cultural festival on Sunday at its Yoga Sadhana Centre to mark the Foundation Day of Chhattisgarh. The event, which emphasised cultural unity and national harmony, was chaired by vice-chancellor Prof Bihari Lal Sharma. Aligned with the directive of governor Anandiben Patel to organise state foundation day celebrations across Uttar Pradesh from October 31 to November 15, 2026, the SSU programme served as a platform to honor Chhattisgarh's distinct heritage. In his presidential address, Prof Sharma highlighted that India's strength resides in its cultural diversity. "Respecting the languages, traditions, and customs of every state is the hallmark of an 'Excellent India' (Shreshtha Bharat)," he said. He further noted that state foundation days are not merely administrative markers but opportunities to recognise the unique social and geographical identities of different regions. "When each state contributes to the nation's progress while preserving its unique identity, it truly embodies the essence of 'unity in diversity'," Prof Sharma added....