Rajasthan Assembly Speaker Shri Vasudev Devnani on a visit to Kolkata
Meeting held with West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari; discussions took place on various topics regarding the development of both states
Speaker Devnani accorded a grand reception in Kolkata by the Rajasthan Forum and over a dozen other organizations
Devnani to visit Tripura Sundari Temple in Agartala (Tripura) on July 4 and Kamakhya Devi Temple in Guwahati (Assam) on July 5
G.N. Bhatt
Jaipur. Rajasthan Assembly Speaker Vasudev Devnani paid a courtesy visit to West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari in Kolkata.
At the West Bengal State Secretariat, Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari welcomed Devnani by presenting him with a bouquet. In return, Devnani felicitated Suvendu Adhikari by draping a traditional stole (*dupatta*) around him and presenting a memento from the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly. Congratulating Chief Minister Adhikari, Devnani extended his best wishes for the setting of new benchmarks in development and good governance in West Bengal under his leadership.
During the meeting, Speaker Devnani and West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari held detailed discussions on various issues concerning both Rajasthan and West Bengal.
Devnani had arrived in Kolkata on Thursday afternoon for a two-day visit to West Bengal.
*Reception by various organizations of the Rajasthani diaspora*
At a 'Meet and Greet' event organized by the Rajasthan Forum at the ITC Royal Bengal in Kolkata on Thursday, Assembly Speaker Vasudev Devnani was accorded a grand reception. Representatives from over a dozen organizations linked to Rajasthan—active in various sectors across West Bengal—honored him by presenting turbans, floral garlands, stoles, and shawls, as well as mementos. Speaking on the occasion, Devnani called upon the Rajasthani diaspora to play an active role in realizing Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of 'Viksit Bharat @ 2047' (Developed India @ 2047). He remarked that India is, and will always remain, a 'Jagat Guru' (world leader/teacher).
Devnani noted that until recently, the situation in West Bengal was concerning; industries were moving out, and an atmosphere of fear prevailed among the people. However, amidst the changing circumstances, enthusiasm and confidence are now clearly visible on the faces of the local people, and West Bengal is moving towards progress.
He stated that in this changing landscape, the Rajasthani diaspora should forge new avenues for the progress and advancement of both Rajasthan and West Bengal.
Speaker Devnani observed that wherever people from Rajasthan go, they carve out a distinct identity through their hard work. He remarked that he sees a 'mini-Rajasthan' in Kolkata today. He expressed his hope that the Rajasthani diaspora would continue to progress and prosper while never forgetting their birthplace, Rajasthan.
Devnani urged the diaspora to stay connected with Rajasthan and make continuous efforts to strengthen their roots.
During the event, Devnani emphasized the need to preserve and promote Rajasthan's rich art, culture, and folk traditions. He stated that the Rajasthani diaspora serves as a powerful representative of Rajasthan's cultural identity across the globe, and connecting the new generation to their cultural heritage is the need of the hour. Devnani highlighted that Rajasthan is currently making steady progress across all sectors and encouraged the diaspora to become partners in the development of their motherland.
Several dignitaries attended the event, including West Bengal Legislative Assembly members Roopa Ganguly and Vijay Ojha; former Deputy Mayor of Kolkata Meena Devi Purohit; industrialist and Forum Co-Chairman Harimohan Bangur; and cultural expert Sandeep Bhutoria. The occasion was graced by the presence of prominent citizens—including Kolkata Municipal Corporation Councilor Meena Devi Purohit—and representatives from various social and religious organizations. Assembly Speaker Vasudev Devnani was also honored by numerous organizations, including the International Vaishya Federation (West Bengal), Salasar Balaji Seva Vrind (Bandhaghat), Prem Milan Kolkata, Shri Shyam Mandir Ghusuri Dham, Bara Bazar Lohapatti Seva Samiti, Maheshwari Sabha, Maheshwari Seva Samiti, Maniktala Chalta Bagan Lohapatti Durga Puja Committee, and Sujangarh Nagarik Parishad.
*To deliver the presidential address at the national orientation program for newly elected MLAs on Friday*
On July 3, he will deliver the presidential address during a technical session titled "Financial Functions and Budgetary Processes in the Parliamentary System." This session is part of a national orientation program for newly elected MLAs, organized jointly by the Parliamentary Research and Training Institute for Democracies (PRIDE) of the Lok Sabha Secretariat and the West Bengal Legislative Assembly. Speaking at the ceremony organized by the Rajasthan Forum, its founder Sandeep Bhutoria explained that the Forum is an organization comprising 34 distinguished artists, litterateurs, cultural activists, sportspersons, and art experts from various fields in the state. For over a decade, the Forum has been actively working to preserve, promote, and propagate the art and artists of Rajasthan. Mr. Devnani was felicitated during the event. The Forum is chaired by Grammy Award winner and Padma Bhushan recipient Pandit Vishwa Mohan Bhatt, while Paralympian and Padma Bhushan awardee Devendra Jhajharia is a member. Industrialist Harimohan Bangur, Managing Director of Shree Cement, serves as the Forum's Co-Chairman. The organization is associated with numerous national figures from various fields, including Padma Shri-awarded folk artists, litterateurs, musicians, and painters.
*Devnani Welcomed at Kolkata Airport*
Earlier, upon his arrival at Kolkata Airport on Thursday, Rajasthan Assembly Speaker Vasudev Devnani was welcomed by West Bengal Labour Secretary Rachna Bhagat, who presented him with a bouquet. Speaker Devnani is scheduled to visit Tripura on July 4 and Assam on July 5. He will visit the Tripura Sundari Temple in Agartala and the Kamakhya Devi Temple in Guwahati.
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