Prayagraj, Feb 16 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said on Sunday that the meaning of being a Hindu is not limited to the welfare of human beings only, but it also guarantees the protection of the entire inanimate world.
While participating in a discourse by renowned storyteller Pandit Pradeep Mishra in Prayagraj, the CM spoke about the significance of Maha Kumbh and the glory of Sanatan Dharma.
"Maha Kumbh is not just a religious event but a festival that conveys the message of unity. Our unity is the foundation of the country's integrity. Only when India remains united and secure our religious sites, festivals, monasteries, temples, daughters and sisters will be safe," he said.
Expressing his pride in Sanatan Dharma, he urged people to embrace their religious heritage confidently. Quoting Swami Vivekananda, he said, "Say with pride that we are Hindus."
Yogi explained that being a Hindu is not just about the welfare of humankind but also about ensuring the safety of all living and non-living beings. "Maha Kumbh reinforces this very message," he said.
Highlighting the unprecedented turnout at Maha Kumbh, he said that between January 13 and February 16, approximately 52 crore devotees had taken a holy dip in the sacred Triveni. He asserted that such an enormous gathering is unparalleled anywhere in the world.
The CM said, "Those who criticise Sanatan Dharma should witness this grand spectacle. It will make them rethink their stance."
He accused certain groups of conspiring against India, its cultural heritage and Sanatan Dharma. However, he affirmed that Sanatan Dharma will never succumb to such plots.
Yogi said, "History is proof that anyone who has ever tried to conspire against Sanatan Dharma has faced defeat. Those who attempt to undermine it will always be unsuccessful."
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