“Hindu Society Must Embrace Strength and Courage”: Pramod Muthalik at Regional Hindu Rashtra Convention in Bengaluru
Bengaluru: A Regional Hindu Rashtra Convention organised by the Hindu Janajagruti Samiti was held at Akshardham Guest House in Rajajinagar on April 11, bringing together over 250 Hindu organisations, along with lawyers, entrepreneurs, cow protection activists, priests, and temple trustees. The event concluded in an atmosphere marked by strong ideological expressions and calls for unity among Hindu groups.
The convention witnessed participation from several prominent figures, including Pramod Muthalik, Ramanand Gowda, Deepak Rajagopal, Puneeth Kerehalli, Gunvant Bhai, H. G. Chandrashekar, Rohit Shah, and Mohan Gowda.
Addressing the gathering, chief speaker Pramod Muthalik said that society must move beyond mere tolerance and embrace strength and warrior spirit. He stressed that reading books or promoting harmony alone would not be sufficient to protect the nation, and called upon individuals to become physically strong and prepared to resist injustice. He referred to the message of being prepared for struggle as a guiding principle for society.
Muthalik also cautioned against what he described as the misuse of Hindu tolerance under the guise of brotherhood and secular harmony. He urged the community to shed weakness and organise itself to protect homes, temples, and cultural identity, calling for collective resistance against perceived threats. His remarks drew strong responses from participants, who expressed support through slogans and pledged to promote awareness and unity at various levels.
Speaking at the event, Mohan Gowda emphasised that the Hindu community remains divided across sects, organisations, and social groups. He said that bringing these groups together is essential to achieving unity and working towards the goal of establishing a Hindu Rashtra. He noted that discussions around this idea are gaining traction across the country and called for a policy decision at the national level.
Ramanand Gowda highlighted the importance of combining spiritual strength with physical capability, stating that moral and value-based education must be revived. He stressed the need for early religious education and a return to traditional systems to build a value-driven society. He added that collective efforts without ego or division are essential for achieving long-term goals related to faith and national identity.
The convention concluded with a call for unity, discipline, and coordinated action among participating organisations, signalling a continued effort to mobilise support and strengthen organisational networks.
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