CNN Central News & Network–ITDC India Epress/ITDC News Bhopal: The Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, Shri Manoj Sinha, described the renowned writer and Member of Parliament, the late Shri Shankar Dayal Singh, as a “saintly author” and praised his total dedication to truth. He said that Singh never allowed relationships to stand in the way of truth in his writing. He was unwavering in his commitment to truth, and his words and works left an indelible mark on Indian politics and society.
Shankar Dayal Singh served as a Member of Parliament from 1971 to 1977, and during his tenure, he witnessed the Emergency period in India. His book “Emergency: Kya Sach, Kya Jhoot” is a reflection of the political events of that time and his personal experiences. In the introduction to the book, Singh expressed his inner voice, writing, “My frankness may cause some controversy, and my friends may also face difficulties. But what can I do? The pain of truth that lies hidden beneath the political skin of my soul constantly pricks me.” This courage to speak the truth is something only a saintly writer could do as observed by the Chief Guest, Sh. Manoj Sinha ji.
During the event, Swami Chidanand Saraswati of Parmarth Niketan, Haridwar, reminisced about his association with Shankar Dayal Singh. He shared that he was introduced to Singh by the eminent jurist Dr. Laxmimall Singvi when Dr. Singvi was the Indian Ambassador to the United Kingdom. It was at Dr. Singvi’s encouragement that work on the Hindu World Encyclopedia began, and Shankar Dayal Singh was an integral part of the team formed for this project. Swami Ji further stated that Singh’s creative contribution to this encyclopedia was significant. Reflecting on Singh’s sudden passing, Swami Ji added that, like a traveler, Singh had embarked on his final journey as if guided by divine will.
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