Vice President Releases Final Volumes of Mahamana Malaviya’s Collected Works

Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan on December 25 released the final series of The Collected Works of Madan Mohan Malaviya (Volumes 12 to 23) at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, marking the birth anniversary of Bharat Ratna Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya.

Completion of a Landmark Publication

• With the release of these 12 volumes, the ambitious bilingual publication project documenting the life, thoughts and legacy of Mahamana Malaviya stands completed.
• The comprehensive collection is also referred to as Mahamana Vangmay.

About the Project

• The project was jointly undertaken by the Mahamana Malaviya Mission and the Publications Division, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting.
• It compiles Malaviya’s writings, speeches, correspondence and contributions to India’s national movement, education and social reform.

Significance

• The completed work is expected to serve as an invaluable resource for scholars, researchers and future generations.
• It provides deep insights into the life and ideals of one of India’s most revered national leaders, known for his role in education, journalism and public life.

About Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya

• Founder of Banaras Hindu University (BHU).
• A prominent freedom fighter, educationist and social reformer.
• Awarded Bharat Ratna posthumously in 2015.