“Is Rama Only the God of the North? Not Ours?”
TPN, Andhra Pradesh: At the Varahi Sabha in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister and Jana Sena leader Pawan Kalyan delivered a fiery speech, defending the cultural and religious importance of Lord Rama in the country. Kalyan emphasized that Lord Rama is not just the God of the North but is worshipped across the entire country.
In his passionate address, Pawan Kalyan said, “The whole country worships Lord Ram, but if Lord Ram is paraded with shoes, should we just watch? Should we sit in our rooms and cry in silence?” He expressed frustration, referring to the incident where Lord Rama’s head was desecrated at Ram Tirtha, and added, “What did we do when Lord Rama’s head was severed? We cursed ourselves in fear, afraid to speak out lest we be labeled as fanatics.”
He criticized the theory that Lord Rama is only the God of the North, saying, “This idea that Rama is the God of the North is a misconception. Rama is the backbone of our country’s culture. Is God not for all of us?” Pawan explained the universality of Sanatana Dharma, stating, “Rama is in the blue cloud, Krishna is in the blue cloud, and Goddess Kali is black. Sanatana Dharma has no color discrimination.”
Criticism of Secularist Views and Udayanidhi Stalin’s Comments
Pawan Kalyan did not hold back in criticizing certain political leaders and secularists. He condemned those who trivialized the Ayodhya Ram Janmabhoomi Pratishta ceremony, citing how an opposition leader insulted it as a mere ‘dance and song’ event. “Can any Hindu question this? Should we sit quietly as they mock Lord Rama?” he asked, lamenting the derogatory remarks made about the Ramayana.
Pawan Kalyan also addressed recent controversial comments made by Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udayanidhi Stalin, who had referred to Sanatana Dharma as a virus. Speaking in Tamil and English, Pawan Kalyan warned, “Sanatana Dharma is like a virus, some young leaders are talking about eradicating it. But no one can destroy Sanatana Dharma. If anyone tries, they will be wiped out.”
Pawan Kalyan, in his speech, declared his unwavering commitment to protecting Sanatana Dharma, stating that he is willing to sacrifice his life if necessary. “I will not be afraid, even if I lose my position as Deputy CM. I will fight for Dharma,” he declared. He also criticized the courts for seemingly protecting those who attack Sanatana Dharma, expressing disappointment at the lack of action against such individuals.
Through his remarks, Pawan Kalyan reinforced his stance as a staunch defender of Sanatana Dharma and made it clear that any threats to this ancient faith would be met with strong resistance.