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Time of India
2 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
In Bahraich, Adityanath slams 'glorification' of Salar Masood
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday opposed the glorification of Salar Masood , revered as a warrior-saint from 11th century, saying the punishment given to the "foreign invader" after being captured "guaranteed him a place in hell according to Islam". He was speaking on the occasion of the inauguration of a statue of Maharaja Suheldev and the launching of 384 development projects worth Rs 1,243 crore in Bahraich . Maharaja Suheldev, an icon of the Rajbhar community, had defeated and killed Ghaznavid general Ghazi Saiyyad Salar Masood in a battle on the banks of the Chittora Lake in Bahraich in 1033 AD. "I had said on the soil of Bahraich that glorification of foreign invaders should be stopped and that the national heroes must be honoured. And 1,000 years ago, such a tale of courage and bravery was written by Maharaja Suheldev on this very soil of Bahraich," he said. Adityanath said that it was Prime Minister Narendra Modi 's instruction that national heroes should be honoured. Live Events "History may have done injustice to him (Maharaja Suheldev), but this double-engine government will not allow it," he said. Referring to the battle in Chittora, Adityanath said, "To stop the barbaric foreign invader who moved from Ghazni along with his 3-lakh-strong army to loot India, Maharaja Suheldev led the resistance from Mathura to Bahraich... By the time the invader reached (here), half of his army had already perished." "When he (Masood) reached Chittora, Maharaja Suheldev had 20,000 to 25,000 bravehearts while there were 1.5 lakh warriors with Salar Masood. "But, these 20,000 to 25,000 bravehearts killed them ruthlessly. Evil Salar Masood was caught alive and he was given such punishment that it guaranteed him a place in hell according to Islam ('Dusht Salar Masood yehaan zindaa pakra liya gayaa, aur ussko sazaa bhi aisee hui ki jo Islam ke anusaar jahannum mein jaane kee guarantee deta hai')." The remarks come in the backdrop of the controversy over the Bahraich district administration denying permission for the annual 'Jeth Mela', which was traditionally held at the dargah of Salar Masood from May 15 to June 15 and drew lakhs of pilgrims. In an official statement, the administration on May 3 cited the prevailing atmosphere of public anger following incidents like the Pahalgam attack and Sambhal violence and concerns surrounding the amended Waqf Act as the reasons. The Allahabad High Court had on May 17 declined to grant permission for organising the annual fair at the dargah. However, in its order, the court's Lucknow bench allowed rituals and other related routine activities at the dargah. "There should be no events in the name of foreign invaders... If the main event of Bahraich is organised, it will be in the name of Maharaja Suheldev ji, it will be in the name of Balark Rishi, it will be in the name of Adishakti Maa Pateshwari Devi," Adityanath said on Tuesday. Attacking the previous governments led by the Samajwadi Party and others, the chief minister questioned why Suheldev was "not honoured" after independence. "They were afraid to anger their Muslim vote bank and were worried that their appeasement politics would fail. That is why they did not speak a word against the foreign invaders," Adityanath said. Economic Times WhatsApp channel )
The Print
02-06-2025
- Politics
- The Print
Rajbhar says his party to honour contribution of Maharaja Suheldev on June 10
Addressing a press conference here, Rajbhar said, 'Years ago, Maharaja Suheldev Rajbhar defended Indian culture and identity by defeating the invading forces of Salar Masud Ghazi, the commander of Mahmud of Ghazni, who had marched into India with a three lakh-strong army, spreading loot and destruction.' Terming the event not just a military victory but a symbol of India's spiritual and cultural defence, Rajbhar said a grand celebration will be held on June 10 in Bahraich, where the decisive battle took place. While praising Suheldev's bravery, he accused the Congress and SP of erasing the king's legacy from history. Lucknow, Jun 2 (PTI) Suheldev Bharatiya Samaj Party chief Om Prakash Rajbhar on Monday said his party will celebrate 'Vijay Diwas' on June 10 to honour Maharaja Suheldev's victory over invaders. 'Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath ji will also grace the event. A 'Shaurya Mela' (fair of valour) will be organised, where people from all communities will participate. It will be an occasion to relive and preserve our proud cultural heritage,' Rajbhar said. He questioned the motives of political parties, who had allegedly ignored the contribution of Maharaja Suheldev. 'I want to ask Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav and the Congress: Did you, for vote bank politics, try to erase the legacy of a national hero like Maharaja Suheldev Rajbhar? Why was his story kept out of textbooks? Why did the Samajwadi Party organise events in memory of invader Salar Masud Ghazi in Bahraich, but never honoured Suheldev's bravery on the same land?' he said Maharaja Suheldev was a king of Shravasti, who was known for defeating and killing the Ghaznavid general Ghazi Miyan at Bahraich in 1034. Rajbhar accused the Congress and SP of hiding the contributions and valour of great personalities. 'In history, there was always fight with Mughals…For seeking the votes from their (Mughal) 'vanshaj' (heirs), SP and Congress did all the 'dramebaji',' he said. Rajbhar credited his party, SBSP, for raising demands for the installation of Suheldev's statue, the establishment of a university in his name, inclusion of his story in educational curricula, the issuance of commemorative stamps, and construction of memorials. 'I thank Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Adityanath for recognising Maharaja Suheldev's contributions. His grand statue has been installed in Bahraich, a memorial park has been constructed near Chittaura Lake (Bahraich), and a university has been established in Azamgarh in his honour. A postage stamp has also been issued to mark his legacy,' Rajbhar said. He said Maharaja Suheldev was not just a hero of the Rajbhar community, but a protector of the Indian nation and its values. Hitting out at the Congress, Rajbhar claimed the party always worked against the country. 'Its leader Rahul Gandhi used to put the country in the dock during his visit abroad,' he alleged. PTI ABN ABN DV DV This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
Time of India
27-04-2025
- Time of India
Memorial done, UP now plans a museum on Maharaja Suheldev in Bahraich
Bahraich: The state govt is planning to set up a museum based on the life of Maharaja Suheldev on the premises of the recently constructed memorial in the name of King of Shravasti, on the banks of Chittora Lake in Bahraich. The museum will help the tourists visiting the memorial to learn about the great warrior's life, said principal secretary of the tourism and culture department, Mukesh Meshram who conducted an inspection of the memorial on Sunday. Meshram was accompanied by tourism director Prakhar Mishra, district magistrate Monika Rani, Raja Payagpur Yashvendra Vikram Singh, and other officials. Meshram paid homage to the equestrian statue of Maharaja Suheldev while reviewing the ongoing development works at the memorial site, including the temple, ghats, Maharaja Suheldev's statue, grand entrance gate, parking area, boundary wall, and other facilities. He expressed satisfaction with the quality and progress of the construction work. Meshram instructed that landscaping and grassing work be carried out in accordance with the grandeur of the memorial. He directed the forest and horticulture departments to assist in this work. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Free P2,000 GCash eGift UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo He also sought proposals for the development of a pathway around the lake, ensuring the cleanliness of the water body, setting up boating facilities, and other beautification works. The tourism officer was asked to prepare proposals for facade lighting, the decoration of the VIP guest house, and the enhancement of the hall within the complex. Meshram directed the executing agencies, C&DS and the State Construction Corporation, to maintain cleanliness within the premises and ensure regular watering of plants during the summer season. He emphasized the use of tree guards for plant protection. While inspecting the bathing ghat, he stressed the need for better cleanliness arrangements around the area. Maharaja Suheldev is believed to have defeated and killed Ghaznavid general Ghazi Syed Salar Masud at Bahraich in 1034 CE.
