UP CM Yogi Adityanath Guarantees Protection for All Religions in UP, Claims End to Communal Riots After 2017, and Emphasizes the Importance of Sanātana Dharma.
UP News: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath recently gave a significant statement regarding the safety of all religions in the state in an interview with ANI. He asserted that if Hindus are safe, then Muslims are also safe. He also claimed that no communal riots have occurred in Uttar Pradesh since 2017, demonstrating the strengthened law and order situation in the state.
Statement on Hindu and Muslim Safety
In his statement, CM Yogi said, "A Muslim family will feel completely safe among a hundred Hindu families, but the question is, can fifty Hindus feel safe among a hundred Muslim families?" He cited Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan as examples, stating that history shows Hindus have faced difficulties in these countries.
Muslims Safest in Uttar Pradesh – Yogi
Yogi Adityanath reiterated that communal riots have completely ceased in Uttar Pradesh since the BJP government came to power. He stated, "Before 2017, if riots occurred in UP and Hindu shops were burnt, Muslim shops were also burnt. But after 2017, we have completely eliminated these incidents."
Chief Minister's Views on Sanātana Dharma
Yogi Adityanath, describing Sanātana Dharma as the oldest religion in the world, said that Hindus have never used power to dominate others. He stated, "Hindu philosophy has always been based on the concept of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam,' meaning the entire world is one family."
Law and Order Review During Ram Navami and Eid
The Chief Minister also commented on law and order during festivals in the state. He said that the UP government has developed an SOP (Standard Operating Procedure) to maintain peace during festivals to prevent any untoward incidents.
Clarification on Holi and Coloring of Mosques
Yogi Adityanath also addressed the tarpaulins used to cover mosques during Holi last year. He stated that the administration had given strict instructions not to forcibly color any religious site, but if color accidentally fell, it was immediately cleaned. He questioned, "Does the shadow of a flag from a Muharram procession falling on a temple or Hindu home make it impure?"
Reaction to Violence in Bengal
Yogi Adityanath also commented on the violence during Ram Navami in West Bengal. He said, "If religious events can be conducted peacefully in Uttar Pradesh, why can't it happen in Bengal?"
