In a major policy directive regarding educational institutions in West Bengal, the recitation of the national song has now been made compulsory in all registered madrasas across the state. Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari made this significant announcement while addressing a public gathering at the National Library in Kolkata. The event also witnessed the presence of RSS National General Secretary Dattatreya Hosabole, who served as the keynote speaker and was praised by the Chief Minister for his lifelong dedication to nation-building and promoting nationalist ideals.
Addressing Border Security and Demographic Concerns
During his address, Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari launched a scathing attack on the previous Mamata Banerjee administration, accusing past governments of allowing unchecked infiltration into the state and thereby altering its demographic balance. Reassuring the residents of West Bengal, he stated that the state is now governed by a nationalist administration that prioritizes the preservation of traditional values. Adhikari asserted that state borders will be secured effectively and every single illegal infiltrator will be tracked down and driven out of the region.
Criticism of Left and TMC Regimes Over Sanatani Traditions
The Chief Minister further alleged that the previous TMC government had denied permission to the BJP and other Hindutva organizations to observe 'Shaurya Divas' on December 6, marking the anniversary of the Babri Masjid demolition in Ayodhya in 1992. Recalling the consecration ceremony of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya in January 2024, he claimed that the then-chief minister had mobilized the entire state machinery to organize rallies opposing the temple. Adhikari alleged that practitioners of Sanatani traditions faced continuous hostility and attacks throughout the tenures of both Left and TMC regimes.
Safeguarding West Bengal and Remembering Syama Prasad Mookerjee
Emphasizing the need to protect the state's cultural fabric, Adhikari declared that the people of West Bengal have resolved to prevent the region from turning into 'West Bangladesh'. He paid rich tributes to Hindutva ideologue Syama Prasad Mookerjee, acknowledging his pivotal role in carving out West Bengal as a Hindu homeland during the partition of India. He reiterated that safeguarding the state's heritage remains a fundamental duty for the administration and the citizens alike.
Commitment to Cow Protection and Respect for Saffron
Reiterating the administration's policy on animal welfare, Adhikari stated that the government is fully committed to protecting cows and has enacted relevant laws to ensure their safety. Expressing strong displeasure over a section of the media, he criticized the portrayal of a political protest as 'bhagwa tandav', stating that such disrespect toward the color saffron is utterly unacceptable. He added that while political movements are fair, attempts to denigrate sacred symbols will not be tolerated. Furthermore, a dedicated committee has been established to rename various roads across the state after prominent figures connected to India's spiritual and historical legacy.
Boosting Religious Tourism and Allocating Funds
Highlighting cultural practices, the Chief Minister stressed that traditional values and customs must be upheld during major festivals like Durga Puja, noting that restrictions on starting rituals during 'Pitru Paksha' under the previous regime will no longer apply. To give a major boost to religious tourism, he announced an allocation of 2,000 crore rupees to construct a comprehensive pilgrimage circuit connecting Tarapith and Tarakeshwar. Concluding his address, he lauded the RSS as the world's largest social organization dedicated to upholding Hindutva values and fostering a deep sense of nationalism.
