Misuse of Deities in Political Posters is a Sin, Says Indresh Kumar
Indresh Kumar condemned the portrayal of opposition leaders as deities, calling it a sin and urging respect for religious figures.
Lucknow, October 18 (Daily Kiran) : Indresh Kumar, a member of the National Executive of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), expressed strong disapproval on Sunday regarding the depiction of opposition leaders as deities in political posters. He labeled this act as sinful and urged opposition leaders to refrain from such actions.
Speaking to the media during the RSS’s first-ever path sanchalan at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), Kumar emphasized, “India is a democratic nation. If people abandon chaos and embrace democracy, it is not surprising for the RSS to hold a path sanchalan at JNU. Those who engage in disorder should choose the path of democracy, not one that leads to the destruction of the Constitution. Therefore, this marks a positive beginning. It will lay the foundation for nationalism and progress while overcoming obstacles.”
Regarding the portrayal of political figures as deities, he stated, “The misuse of images of deities is irreligious, sinful, and a crime. Therefore, opposition leaders should not engage in such irreligious, sinful, and criminal acts.”
The RSS conducted the path sanchalan on the occasion of Vijayadashami at JNU, with volunteers participating in full uniform, showcasing discipline, organization, and unity.
Earlier, on October 9, Kumar remarked that the essence of all who believe in God—whether referred to as Khuda, Allah, Ishwar, Parmeshwar, or God—is their humanity. He stressed that instead of becoming devils, individuals should embody humanity. He noted that people are identified by their countries, and all who reside in India are Indian, Hindustani, and Indian.
Kumar further stated that the people of India are united by their ancestors, homeland, and traditions. He asserted that over 99% of Muslims in the country are neither foreign nor outsiders but are a part of India. He advocated for the freedom to worship in one’s own way and emphasized that no one should interfere with another’s worship, promoting respectful participation in each other’s religious events. He concluded by stating that a riot-free India can be built through mutual cooperation and harmony.
