Gorakhpur,

03 Oct (HS): Chief Minister and Gorakshapeethadhiswar Yogi Adityanath said that

forces that divide society and pose a threat to security have existed in every

era and situation. However, they have been destroyed by the strength of Sanatan

unity. The evil characters of Ramayana and Mahabharata still exist today in

different names and forms, engaged in dividing society. Every follower of

Sanatan Dharma must remain vigilant against such people.

Chief

Minister Yogi was addressing the coronation ceremony of Lord Shri Ram,

organized by the Shri Shri Ramlila Committee, Aryanagar, at the Mansarovar

Ramlila Maidan on Thursday evening on the occasion of Vijayadashami. Extending

Vijayadashami greetings and best wishes to everyone, he said that while the names

may have changed, the evil characters of the Ramayana and Mahabharata eras

still exist in different forms. Society is still plagued by figures like

Shurpanakha, Tadka, Khar, Dushan, Marich, and Subahu. The Chief Minister stated

that those who divide society in the name of casteism, untouchability, and

discrimination may have been associates of Tadka, Marich, and Shurpanakha in

their previous lives. Similarly, those who pose a threat to the safety of

daughters and businesspeople may have been disciples of Duryodhana and Dushasan

in their previous lives. Society must remain vigilant against such individuals.

Vijayadashami

is the festival that heralds the establishment of Ramrajya. The Chief Minister

stated that Vijayadashami marks the establishment of Ramrajya by Lord Shri Ram

after defeating Ravana, the epitome of unrighteousness, injustice, and

oppression. Ramrajya is literally true in every time, place, and situation.

Therefore, Sanatanis burn Ravana's effigy to express gratitude for the

benevolence of Lord Shri Ram, the embodiment of Maryada Purushottam (the most

virtuous person on earth), and pay homage to him. The Chief Minister added that

when Maharishi Valmiki took up his pen to guide humanity through the writings

of the most virtuous personalities on earth, he found Shri Ram to be the

embodiment of Dharma. According to him, Ram embodies all the demands of Dharma.

Shri Ram resides in every pore and breath of every Sanatani. CM Yogi noted that

in the 1990s, when communication was limited, the Ramayan serial broadcast on

Doordarshan had a reach of over 660 million viewers. No other serial has ever

been as popular. The reason is that the story of Ram is inspiring for everyone.

Even during the COVID-19 pandemic, it proved to be the most popular serial when

broadcast. Today's crowd also testifies to the fact that Ram brings positive

change in our lives by imparting some message through each event.

Devotion

gives new energy to work in adverse conditions: The Chief Minister said that

devotion towards Ram and Krishna gives new energy to work even in adverse

conditions. This energy is the strength of Sanatan Dharma. He said that the war

between Ram and Ravana is seen not only in Treta but in every era and

situation. There is always a conflict against demonic forces and the strength

generated from the struggle of this conflict is the basis of strength and

development. The Chief Minister said that Sanatan Dharma is not just a method

of worship but it is a guarantee of the welfare of every living being and the

protection of the entire inanimate world. To follow the laws of nature, we must

always maintain faith in Sanatan.

The

country's 11-year journey of progress under PM Modi's leadership is amazing and

commendable. The Chief Minister said that there are some people in this country

who lack pride in their heritage. When in power, they questioned the existence

of Ram and Krishna and conspired against Sanatan. The Chief Minister said that

today, the 11-year journey of development under the leadership of Prime

Minister Narendra Modi has enhanced the pride of every Indian. The coordination

of development and heritage is refreshing memories of Ramrajya. In 11 years,

every poor person has been provided with a roof, and highways, expressways,

metros, and airports have provided world-class facilities to the people. The

work accomplished in the country in the last 11 years under the Prime

Minister's leadership is amazing and commendable. This 11-year journey offers a

glimpse of a new India and makes the entire world realize India's power. He

said that today, India is not a follower, but a country that compels other

countries to follow it. He said that by the end of this financial year, India

will become the world's third-largest economy.

Take

a pledge to adopt Swadeshi: This year, Dussehra coincided with Gandhi Jayanti

and Shastri Jayanti. Referring to this, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath paid his

respects to the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi, and the country's second

Prime Minister, the late Lal Bahadur Shastri. He also discussed the

implications of Mahatma Gandhi's Swadeshi movement and Lal Bahadur Shastri's

slogan, Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan. The Chief Minister said that we all

must pledge to adopt Swadeshi. This will also honor the hard work of artisans,

craftsmen, and laborers. The Chief Minister also appealed to the Ramlila

Committee to organize a Swadeshi fair at the Ramlila grounds before Diwali.

Money

sent abroad is used against us: CM Yogi said that the money spent on buying

indigenous products will lead India and Uttar Pradesh to progress. He added

that when foreign goods are purchased, the profits go abroad and are used in

some form or another for love jihad, religious conversion, terrorism, and

Naxalism. This means that our money is used against us.

There

is no organization as powerful and dynamic as the RSS in the world: CM Yogi

Referring

to the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh

(RSS) on Vijayadashami, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said that there is no

organization as powerful and vibrant as the RSS in the world. Even in adverse

circumstances, it has upheld Indian values ​​and ideals by empowering society.

The RSS has accomplished what governments have failed to do. Through education,

health, and disaster relief services, the organization has worked to unite

society. Through over 12,000 Shishu Mandirs and Vidya Bharati, and thousands of

health projects, it has accomplished remarkable work in the fields of education

and health. Whether it's the welfare of workers through the Bharatiya Mazdoor

Sangh, tribal children through the Shri Ram Vanvasi Hostel, or cow protection,

the RSS has contributed to every aspect of society. The Chief Minister said

that the Shri Ram Temple in Ayodhya is the greatest manifestation of the RSS's

innovative resolve. The Shri Ram Temple is also a realization of the eternal

resolve and the power of unity. CM Yogi said that every Indian and every

Sanatani should express gratitude for the work done by the RSS in various

fields. He said that expressing gratitude to the creator is the hallmark of

Sanatan Dharma. Expressing gratitude is both a duty and a responsibility.

If

we remain united, no power in the world will be able to harm us: The Chief

Minister said that we must be wary of the enemies of society. We also need to

be cautious of those who dislike harmony. He explained that his government has

also introduced legislation against religious conversion and love jihad. Both

of these types of conspiracies are being dealt with firmly, but society must

also remain vigilant. If we remain united, no force in the world will be able

to harm us.

Called

to join the five vows given by PM Modi: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath called

for joining the five pledges given by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the Amrit

Mahotsav of Independence to develop the country, state, city and every village

by the centenary of independence in 2047. He said that we have to decide what

kind of India, what kind of Uttar Pradesh or what kind of Gorakhpur we want by

2047. Gorakhpur plagued by mosquitoes, mafia or with an identity crisis or

Gorakhpur free from all problems and moving ahead on the path of development.

He said that 8 years ago the state was known for riots, hooliganism and

insecurity of daughters and traders. It was called a sick state. 8 years ago,

celebrating festivals and celebrations peacefully was like a dream but today it

is a reality. Today's Uttar Pradesh is not a sick state but has become the

growth engine of the country's economy.

On

this occasion, MP Ravi Kishan Shukla, Mayor Dr. Manglesh Srivastava, Jagadguru

Swami Santoshacharya Satua Baba from Kashi, Chief Priest of Gorakhnath Temple

Yogi Kamalnath, Mahant Ravindra Das of Kalibari, MLC and State Vice President

of BJP Dr. Dharmendra Singh, MLA Vipin Singh, Pradeep Shukla, Metropolitan

Coordinator of BJP Rajesh Gupta, General Secretary of Ramlila Committee

Pushpadant Jain, Manish Agarwal, Kirti Raman Das, Deep Agarwal, Rajiv Ranjan

Agarwal, Sudhir Jain etc. were present.

Hindusthan Samachar / Abhishek Awasthi