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The Hindu
19 hours ago
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- The Hindu
Call for reclaiming India's role as ‘Vishwaguru'
The National Hindu Dharmic Conference held here adopted resolutions aimed at 'safeguarding and revitalising Hindu traditions and temple governance.' The conference, organised by Sadhu Parishad here on Wednesday (July 2), called for the immediate revocation of all controversial Government Orders (G.O.s) that adversely affect temple administration. It was strongly recommended that only religiously committed individuals (Dhārmikas) be appointed to temple trust boards to ensure faith-based leadership. One of the major proposals was to declare Tirupati as a spiritual city, alongside implementing a strict ban on alcohol and meat consumption within its limits. To preserve cultural integrity, the government was urged to extend full protection to Hindu festivals and religious processions. The conference, presided over by Srinivasananda Saraswati Swamiji, adopted another resolution emphasising the need to declare cow as India's national animal and establish goshalas (cow shelters) in every village, preferably on temple land. In addition, barren land should be utilised exclusively for cultivating fodder for cows. Educational reforms were also highlighted, including a call to open new institutions under the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) in every district. Moreover, the TTD was urged to run its own goshalas and to use ghee from those cows in the preparation of laddus, thereby maintaining spiritual purity and self-sufficiency. Additional proposals included government funding for ashram maintenance and the removal of government employees who converted after obtaining employment based on caste reservation. BJP State president P.V.N. Madhav emphasised the need to position Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) as a global spiritual beacon, saying that despite India's immense spiritual wealth, over 80% of the world remains unaware of its dharmic depth. 'India is poised to reclaim its ancient role as 'Vishwaguru', the spiritual guide of the world.' Citing the recent International Yoga Day celebrations in Visakhapatnam, where lakhs of participants chanted 'Om' in unison, Mr. Madhav lauded the efforts of Prime Minister Narendra Modi in bringing dharmic consciousness back to the forefront of global discourse. Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) State president Vabilishetty Venkateshwarlu, VHP organisational secretary Ravi Kumar and others spoke.
The Hindu
2 days ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
National Hindu Dharmika conference in Vijayawada on July 2
The Andhra Pradesh Sadhu Parishad will organise a meeting — National Hindu Dharmika Conference-2025 — with a message 'Chalo Vijayawada' on July 2 (Wednesday) from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., at Hotel Ilapuram in Gandhi Nagar. In a press release on Tuesday, the organisers said that the event aims to promote Hindu unity and cultural resurgence, bringing together spiritual leaders, dharmic organisations, and the Hindu community for a day of collective reflection and action. The conference will be presided over by Srinivasananda Saraswati Swamiji, president of the A.P. Sadhu Parishad. Other key speakers and dignitaries include Atluri Narayana Rao, honorary president of A.P. Sadhu Parishad and member of the NTR Literature Committee, and V. Venkateswarlu, president of A.P. Vishwa Hindu Parishad. Organisers have appealed to the general public, dharmic scholars, and media to attend the event. 'This is not just a spiritual meeting, it is a call to action for every Hindu to unite and protect dharma. The time has come for us to stand together,' said Mr. Narayana Rao. The conference is expected to see participation from across Andhra Pradesh and other regions, he added.
