Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Feb 6: Two-day national seminar on “The Position and Importance of Sulba Sutras in the Indian Knowledge System” commenced today at the PG Department of Sanskrit, University of Jammu.
In his presidential address during the inaugural session, Prof Umesh Rai, Vice-Chancellor, University of Jammu, observed that the convergence of a scholarly seminar with a traditional Yajña symbolized the deep unity between knowledge and practice in India’s intellectual tradition. He highlighted how concepts such as Surya, Yajña, and the Vedas, as reflected in the works of Saint Tulsidas, embody devotion, discipline, and remembrance. He also noted that the original Vedic vision prioritized karma over birth and urged society to move beyond divisions of caste and religion, especially in a time that calls for unity.
He further emphasized that dharma must be understood as duty and ethical responsibility rather than division. Describing the Department of Sanskrit as a bridge between heritage and modernity, Prof Rai called for dissolving rigid boundaries between disciplines and adopting a multidisciplinary approach that connects Sanskrit with mathematics, astronomy, and contemporary knowledge systems so that ancient wisdom remains relevant for future generations.
Prof Neelu Rohmetra, Dean Research Studies, in her address, highlighted how Sulba principles continue to shape cultural and religious practices in everyday life, often unconsciously. She encouraged scholars to reinterpret ancient texts in today’s context and suggested that regular seminars should be organized to make Vedic knowledge accessible to a wider audience.
Prof Sudymna Acharya, guest of honour and keynote speaker, delivered an insightful lecture on Vedic Mathematics, explaining its close relationship with Sulba Sutras. He advocated for introducing these concepts in academic curricula, particularly within Sanskrit departments across institutions.
Prof Hari Narayan Tiwari, Retired Professor of Vyakarana from Central Sanskrit University and special guest, stressed that a Yajna yields positive results only when performed with purity of mantra, action, and materials.
A traditional Yajna was also performed by the Department as a practical demonstration of Sulba Sutras.
Explaining the theme, Prof Ram Bahadur Shukla, HoD Sanskrit, stated that Sulba Sutras represent one of the earliest mathematical and geometric traditions of India, used in constructing Yajnasalas, houses, and sacred spaces.
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