Prayagraj: At the ongoing Mahakumbh in Prayagraj, Gopal Rai, National President of the Vishva Hindu Raksha Parishad, has raised the demand for conferring the Bharat Ratna, India’s highest civilian honor, on Swami Ramabhadracharya for his exceptional contributions to religion, culture, and society. He also advocated for the formation of a Sanatan Dharma Board to safeguard and promote the values of Sanatan Dharma.
Addressing a large gathering on Sunday, Gopal Rai highlighted Swami Ramabhadracharya’s pivotal role in the construction of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya. He stated that the historical and religious evidence presented by Swami Ramabhadracharya during the legal proceedings of the Ayodhya case was acknowledged as credible by the court, forming a crucial foundation for the landmark judgment that paved the way for the temple’s construction.
Gopal Rai remarked, “Swami Ramabhadracharya is a revered scholar, spiritual leader, and social reformer who has dedicated his life to the promotion of religion, culture, and service to society. His contributions to the Ram Mandir movement are exemplary, and it would be a fitting tribute to honor him with the Bharat Ratna. His tireless efforts in presenting evidence from ancient texts, Vedas, and Puranas to establish the existence of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya have had a lasting impact. The Supreme Court recognized the authenticity of his findings, marking a significant chapter in Indian history.”
Rai also emphasized the necessity of forming a Sanatan Dharma Board, which would work towards preserving and fostering the principles of Sanatan Dharma. He said, “Such an institution would ensure the promotion of our cultural heritage and serve as a platform to address issues concerning the Hindu faith.”
The event witnessed the presence of several prominent figures, including Pankaj Pradhan, Neeraj Mishra, State President Shikhar Gupta, Krishna Pandey, Himanshu Dhawal, Shalu Pandey, Aditya Prakash Srivastava, Diwakar Patel, Abhishek Maurya, Shashwat Mishra, Surendra Patel, Raghavendra Rai, Jawahar Lal Gupta, and Rahul Singh, along with hundreds of dedicated supporters and members of the Vishva Hindu Raksha Parishad.
The demand for recognizing Swami Ramabhadracharya’s contributions with the Bharat Ratna underscores his influence not only in the domain of religion but also in shaping significant cultural and legal milestones for the nation. The call for the formation of a Sanatan Dharma Board reflects a growing push towards structured efforts in preserving India’s ancient traditions and values.