Mumbai, May 28: On the occasion of Vinayak Damodar Savarkar’s 143rd birth anniversary, his grandson, Ranjit Savarkar, stated in an interview that the Congress party is attempting to defame his grandfather for political advantage.
He emphasized that Savarkar endured long imprisonment during British rule and faced severe hardships. According to him, this historical narrative is often distorted. He accused Congress of repeatedly targeting Savarkar’s image for political gain.
Ranjit Savarkar asserted that his grandfather’s concept of Hindutva is not about religious narrow-mindedness, but rather a national ideology. He linked it to a sense of attachment to the nation and the idea of a sacred land. He clarified that this perspective is not about worship practices or religious rituals, but about recognizing who considers this country as their motherland and sacred land. Those who accept this sentiment fall within the scope of this ideology.
He also claimed that some political parties misrepresent Hindutva, coloring it with religious overtones to engage in vote bank politics. He argued that such actions are purely for electoral benefits.
In today’s era of social media, Ranjit Savarkar noted that the public has become more aware. He stated that controlling information is no longer as easy as before, and people are beginning to understand the reality. He warned that if political parties attempt to mislead the public, it will undoubtedly impact future elections.
He remarked, “Today marks the 143rd anniversary of Veer Savarkar, celebrated across the nation. However, we hope this anniversary is not just marked with flowers. It is crucial to follow Savarkar’s thoughts and actions.”
Ranjit Savarkar pointed out that many of his grandfather’s ideas can be seen reflected in current policies, whether in foreign policy, military strategy, or economic perspectives. He highlighted that the biggest challenge facing India today is illegal immigration and the demographic changes it brings. He expressed a desire for this issue to be resolved before Savarkar’s 150th birth anniversary.
He noted the increasing number of people entering India from Bangladesh, which is becoming a serious problem. This situation is affecting elections, especially in areas where the margins of victory are slim. He warned that such issues could influence even narrow wins and deemed it a threat to the democratic system, calling for stringent measures to address it.
Ranjit Savarkar stated that this concern extends beyond just one state; it is a matter of concern across multiple states. However, he acknowledged that governments face technical and administrative challenges. The shortage of police forces and limited resources make addressing this issue difficult. Therefore, he proposed the creation of a special task force dedicated to handling such matters.
He emphasized that regardless of the ruling party, whether Congress or BJP, it is everyone’s responsibility to identify and deport any foreign nationals residing illegally in the country. He argued for the need for a robust system and a distinct law or mechanism to expedite and streamline this process.
In the same discussion, he addressed issues related to the electoral process and voter lists. He mentioned that removing names from voter lists could be an initial step, but the real work lies in establishing clear citizenship identification. He stressed the importance of correcting the voter list first, followed by creating a citizenship register to determine who is an Indian citizen and who is not. He stated that anyone who is not a citizen should leave the country.
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