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Indian Express
18-07-2025
- Politics
- Indian Express
Bid to defame kanwariyas as unruly: Yogi says Kanwar Yatra progressing peacefully
CM Yogi Adityanath on Friday said that some people are 'labelling' kanwariyas (Kanwar Yatra pilgrims) as 'miscreants' and emphasised that that they (kanwariyas) have been taking out the Yatra peacefully and with full of devotion. Adityanath also pointed out that attempts are being made to incite caste conflict through fake social media accounts. The CM was addressing an event in Varanasi, where he inaugurated a national seminar on tribal icon Birsa Munda. He emphasised that the Kanwar Yatra embodies unity transcending caste, creed, and sect. 'Today, the Yatra is progressing peacefully and with devotion, yet some label it as unruly. These are the same forces that try to mislead and provoke tribal communities. We must remain alert to such divisive elements,' he warned. He condemned attempts to fuel caste and communal tensions via fake social media identities. Recalling a specific incident, he said, 'A few years ago, there was a case of arson. I remarked then that such an act likely didn't belong to any particular community. The investigation later confirmed that although the person involved was wearing a saffron scarf, he was shouting 'Ya Allah'. These deceptive individuals must be exposed and excluded from society if we are to protect national unity.' He added that the same forces who spread caste-based hatred online had also tried to provoke tribal communities against the nation. He cited a recent incident from Jaunpur, where a tall 'Tazia' was constructed in violation of safety norms and came into contact with a high-tension wire, tragically claiming three lives. 'Following this, an attempt was made to block roads and create unrest. I instructed the police to take strict action. Those disrupting social harmony must understand that peace and order are paramount,' he asserted. In his address, Adityanath emphasised that tribal society has always been the 'bedrock of the country's Sanatan tradition.' He highlighted its enduring role in defending the nation and safeguarding cultural values across eras. Referring to the Ramayana, he said, 'When Lord Rama was in exile and Mother Sita was abducted, it was the tribal community that stood by him, despite the absence of Ayodhya's army. Similarly, Maharana Pratap reorganised his army in the forests of the Aravalli Range with the support of tribal groups and resisted Akbar. Chhatrapati Shivaji, too, relied on the Vanvasi (forest dwellers) society to lay the foundation of the Hindavi Swarajya.' The Chief Minister emphasised that Indian tradition has never confined Hindu identity to temple visits or scriptural belief. 'Both the believer and the non-believer are Hindus. Charvak and Lord Buddha did not accept the Vedas, yet they are deeply respected in our tradition. Then why question the identity of tribal communities in the context of Hinduism?' he asked.
New Indian Express
18-07-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Fake social media accounts fuelling caste tensions: UP CM Yogi Adityanath
LUCKNOW: While hailing tribal communities as the foundation of Indian civilisation, preservers of Sanatan values, and defenders of the nation for centuries, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday warned against rising attempts to allegedly incite caste conflict through fake social media accounts. Calling for immediate action to stop such divisive agendas, the Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister said fake social media accounts were being blatantly used by divisive forces to spark caste-based tensions and vitiate the social atmosphere. In his address, the Chief Minister emphasised that tribal society had always been the bedrock of India's Sanatan tradition. He highlighted its enduring role in defending the nation and safeguarding cultural values across eras. Elaborating with references from the Ramayana and other historical events, Yogi said: 'When Lord Rama was in exile and Goddess Sita was abducted, it was the tribal community that stood by him to fight the might of demon king Ravana even in the absence of Ayodhya's army. Similarly, Maharana Pratap reorganised his army in the forests of the Aravalli Range with the support of tribal groups and resisted Emperor Akbar. Chhatrapati Shivaji, too, relied on the Vanvasi (forest dwellers) society to lay the foundation of the Hindavi Swarajya.' The Chief Minister hailed Birsa Munda as a key figure of India's national awakening, asserting that tribal communities have consistently played a vital role in protecting India's spiritual and cultural legacy. 'While we often associate the struggle for independence with recent history, the tribal society has been fighting for Sanatan Dharma through ages.'
Indian Express
12-07-2025
- Politics
- Indian Express
‘Shiv aarti' to mark heritage site tag for 12 forts built by Shivaji Maharaj
To celebrate UNESCO awarding the 'Maratha Military Landscapes' World Heritage Site status on 12 forts built by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, the founder of 'Hindavi Swarajya', the Mumbai BJP will organise 'Shiv aarti' and 'Shiv jallosh' at 106 locations in the city on Sunday. The forts built by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj are not merely architectural marvels, they stand as enduring symbols of valour and vision that defined 'Hindavi Swarajya'. The celebrations kicked off Saturday at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Park in Dadar, where Minister for Cultural Affairs Ashish Shelar offered floral tributes at the statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj amid the sounds of dhol-tasha.
Time of India
11-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Build selfless forum to serve Hindus: Activist
Mangaluru: Commit yourself to building an ideal organisation akin to Prabhu Shri Rama, urged Mohan Gowda of the Hindu Janajagruti Samiti. He was speaking at the Guru Purnima Mahotsav held on Thursday at the Kootakkala Auditorium, Bhagavati Kshetra, Mangaluru. Gowda emphasised that just as Shri Rama organised the Vanara Sena against Ravana, and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj united the common Mavalas against Islamic invaders to establish the Hindavi Swarajya, we too must establish such a selfless organisation, inspired by the spirit of sacrifice for Dharma . Only then can a true Ramarajya or a Hindavi Swarajya be realised, he said. Gowda stressed the current necessity for such an organisation. Gowda further stated that Hindu society is currently facing numerous attacks. The core point, he asserted, is that the attacks on India by internal and external enemies are not merely for expansionism, but aimed at destroying Hinduism.
Time of India
29-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
‘Maratha War of Independence': New book chronicles forgotten struggle against Mughal rule
On June 26, 2025, Union Minister Shri launched 'Maratha War of Independence', a new book authored by researcher and writer Abhas Verma, at a special ceremony held in New Delhi. The book explores a critical yet underrepresented chapter of Indian history—focusing on the Marathas' resistance against the Mughal Empire following the execution of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The book reconstructs this forgotten period through the lens of military resilience, administrative continuity, and cultural assertion, marking it as the first organised war of independence in India. Speaking at the event, Shri Nitin Gadkari said 'Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj was a visionary who laid the foundation of Hindavi Swarajya—a model of governance rooted in justice, equality, and cultural pride. He was secular in the truest sense, treating all religions with respect and never committing injustice against anyone. Unfortunately, British historians, through selective documentation and diary-writing, distorted our history. Today, the real challenge is not a clash of ideas, but the absence of them. It is our responsibility to present the true, fact-based history to the new generation to build a strong and self-aware India.' The event featured prominent guests including author and historian Shri Uday Mahurkar, Editor of Organiser weekly Shri Prafulla Ketkar, Garuda Prakashan founder Shri Sankrant Sanu, and author Abhas Verma. Renowned scholar Padma Shri Prof. Bharat Gupt also graced the event with his presence. Shri Uday Mahurkar said: 'The reason why this war qualifies to be regarded as Bharat's first war of independence is the fact that it started the process of the final disintegration of the Mughal empire with Aurangzeb's death in 1707 & laid the foundation of Maratha empire in which Marathas controlled the Mughal throne in Delhi for almost 50 years. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The book brings alive two of India's greatest warriors in 1,000 years - Santaji Ghorpade & Dhanaji Jadhav - who pulverised the Mughals with their skill & valour & terrorised Aurangzeb himself but whose names are not known to today's India. Also, author Abhas Varma has done an excellent job of presenting before the nation a bright but unknown chapter of Bharat's history which lay buried in Maharashtra for nearly 3 centuries. ' Sankrant Sanu, Founder of Garuda Prakashan stated 'Garuda Prakashan was founded to give a platform to Indic voices to tell our own stories. From veteran authors to new stars Garuda has featured a range of voices and bestsellers like 'Urban Naxals' by Vivek Agnihotri and 'All Religions Are Not the Same" by Sanjay Dixit.' Abhas Verma's book brings a fresh retelling of an important chapter of India's history.' The book offers a definitive account of the Maratha resistance between 1689 and 1707. It traces Rajaram Bhonsle's escape to Jinji, the defense of the fort, and the guerrilla campaigns led by Santaji and Dhanaji. It also highlights administrative strategies, civil leadership, and the contributions of local groups such as the Nayaks and Berads. Drawing from historical texts, Mughal court newsletters, and regional records, the book presents key events such as the battles of Dodderi (1696) and Wagingera (1706–07), the internal decline of the Mughal empire, and the cultural revival under Tara Bai's leadership. It positions the Maratha movement not as a regional pushback, but as the first sustained and strategic Indian resistance against foreign domination—a precursor to later freedom movements.
