Gorakhpur (UP): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday said that while British and French colonialism are often discussed in history, there is little mention of “political Islam”, which, he claimed, has inflicted the greatest blow on the Sanatan Dharma.
Great warriors like Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, Guru Gobind Singh, Maharana Pratap, and Maharana Sanga waged battles against “political Islam”, he said at an event in Gorakhpur.
“Our ancestors waged major struggles against political Islam, yet this aspect of history remains largely overlooked,” Adityanath said at the ‘Vichar-Parivar Kutumb Sneh Milan’ and ‘Deepotsav Se Rashtrotsav’ programs organized by the Gorakhpur division to mark the centenary year of the RSS.
The Chief Minister expressed concerns about ongoing activities promoting political Islam under various disguises. He announced that Uttar Pradesh has banned the sale of Halal-certified products, alleging that profits from these sales contribute to conversion, love jihad, and terrorism.
In discussing the initiatives marking the RSS centenary, Adityanath outlined five key transformations: social harmony, family values, environmental protection, self-reliance through indigenous goods, and civic responsibility. He asserted that these elements are foundational to achieving a developed India, stating, “For a developed society and a developed nation, society must lead, and the government must follow.”
During his speech, Adityanath outlined five key transformations as part of the RSS centenary initiatives: social harmony, family values, environmental protection, self-reliance through indigenous goods, and civic responsibility. He described these as essential for building a developed India.
The chief minister stressed that for a society and nation to develop, societal leadership is crucial while the government should play a supportive role. He said, “For a developed society and a developed nation, society must lead, and the government must follow.”
Adityanath lauded historical figures like Guru Gobind Singh and Maharana Sanga for their battles against political Islam. He reiterated that these struggles are often ignored in historical accounts despite their importance.
He concluded by acknowledging the sacrifices made by RSS volunteers who faced restrictions and violence during their efforts to build the Ram Temple. “Today, the magnificent Ram Temple stands as a testament to their unwavering commitment,” he stated.
