“Hindus must be awakened and united to establish a Hindu Rashtra” – Sanjay Joshi, HJS
Rajapur, Maharashtra – Shri. Sanjay Joshi of the Hindu Janajagruti Samiti issued a call for the Hindu community to awaken and unite to protect the nation’s cultural identity. Addressing the Hindu Rashtra Sanghatak Workshop in Oni, Shri. Joshi asserted that political appeasement since independence has led to the systemic marginalisation of the Hindu majority.
“The unconstitutional amendment of the Constitution during the Emergency to enforce ‘secularism’ has led to a rise in targeted challenges against Hindus,” stated Shri. Joshi. He highlighted that over the last 78 years, the community has faced threats from various forms of jihad, including love jihad and land jihad, as well as illegal infiltration, religious conversions, corruption, and the state control of temples. He emphasised that to protect the faith and the nation, it is essential to awaken and unite every Hindu for the establishment of a Hindu Rashtra.
The workshop took place on 18 January at the Savli Agri-Tourism hall, from 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm. The event drew several dedicated activists from Pachal, Oni, Raipatan, and Lanja. Shri. Vasant Dalvi introduced the workshop’s objectives, while Shri. Chintamani Rabse moderated the proceedings.
During the session, Shri. Govind Bhardwaj of the Hindu Janajagruti Samiti provided a detailed explanation of what constitutes spiritual leadership. He used specific examples to illustrate the ideal leadership qualities of Shri Ram, Shri Krishna, and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.
Shri. Vinay Panvalkar provided guidance on why spiritual practice is essential for those participating in national and religious causes. He further elaborated on the significance of spiritual practice and the importance of chanting.
Feedback from the devout Hindus in attendance
- Mr Chandrashekhar Swami, Lanja: “The work of the Samiti is of a unique nature; It is operating with the clear understanding that uniting Hindus is the need of the hour.”
- Mr Kishore Sinkar, Lanja: “The work of the Samiti is commendable. I would like to participate in this cause.”
- Dr Shailesh Shinde-Desai, Oni: “We will strive to help in whatever way possible for us. Our premises will be available for you at any time.”
- Mr Mangesh Paradkar, Raipatan: “I am actively involved in opposing the attacks being made on Hindu Dharma. I have raised my voice against cattle smuggling, and issued a protest and complaint against a shopkeeper who printed pro-Palestine messages on his bills, successfully demanding the cancellation of such bills. I also participated in the protests held against an individual who posted defamatory messages regarding Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj on their mobile phone.”
- Dr Savli Gote, Pachal: “The importance of uniting Hindus, the necessity of a Hindu Rashtra, as well as the significance of spiritual practice, was impressed upon all attendees.”
