Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan released Vishnukant Shastri’s Rachana Sanchayan published by Sahitya Akademi in New Delhi on Tuesday. During the release, the Minister lauded Vishnukant Shastri’s contribution in advancing Indian culture, religion, spirituality and literature.

Mr. Pradhan also mentioned how the poet gave a new direction to many individuals, institutions and the country. Speaking to the media, the Minister said that the book is very relevant considering the current situation of the country.