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West Bengal Chief Minister Promises Cow Protection and Jail for Insulting Monks at Bhagavad Gita Recital
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Core Announcement at Netaji Indoor Stadium
On Sunday, West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari addressed a Bhagavad Gita recital organized by the Bangur Jagaran Mancha at the Netaji Indoor Stadium in Kolkata. About 11,000 participants recited the scripture in unison while the chief minister declared that his administration would “protect ‘gaumata’” (the cow) and imprison anyone who insults monks, saints or spiritual leaders.
Background and Recent Controversy
Adhikari referenced the recent controversy surrounding Dhirendra Krishna Shastri—popularly known as Bageshwar Baba—whose photographs and effigies were reportedly burnt in West Bengal. He asserted that the incident was investigated and that the individual responsible was arrested the same night.
Official Statements & Government Plans
Beyond the immediate remarks, Adhikari outlined several forthcoming initiatives: a large-scale Gita recital slated for December 29 that is expected to draw around 10 lakh participants and may be attended by RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat; a proposed visit by spiritual leader Jagadguru Rambhadracharya during next year’s Makar Sankranti to hold a congregation at the Brigade Parade Ground; and a pavilion for West Bengal at the Gita Mahotsav in Kurukshetra. He also warned against the “tukde-tukde gang” that he said raises “Kashmir maange azadi” slogans, urging unity among citizens.
Data & Statistics
- Current recital attendance: ? 11,000 participants.
- Prior gatherings: about 1 lakh at the Brigade Parade Ground last year and ? 50,000 in Siliguri.
- Upcoming event: planned for December 29 with an expected ? 10 lakh attendees.
Verbatim Quotes
- “India got independence in 1947. If she makes such statements, the nationalists will teach her a lesson.” — Suvendu Adhikari, west bengal chief
- “We all have to remain united and alert against the tukde tukde gang who raise 'Kashmir maange azadi' slogan,” — Minister Suvendu, west bengal chief