Sanatan draws its strength from faith, and festivals are the soul of that faith: CM Yogi

Gorakhpur : Gorakshapeethadhiswar and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath emphasized that no other country or religion in the world has a festival tradition as vast and rich as Sanatan Dharma. “Our faith is the foundation of Sanatan Dharma, and festivals are the soul of that faith,” he said.

The Chief Minister highlighted that India’s Sanatan festival tradition allows people from South to North and East to West to remain connected with enthusiasm and devotion throughout the year.

CM Yogi was addressing a massive gathering on Friday during the inauguration of the Rangbhari Shobha Yatra of Lord Narsimha, organized by Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh and Shri Holikotsav Samiti at Ghantaghar, on the auspicious occasion of Holi.

Extending his heartfelt Holi greetings to the people of the state, the Chief Minister remarked, “According to mythological beliefs, being born in India is a rare blessing. Even more so, being born in human form within Sanatan Dharma is an even greater fortune. Those who once criticized Sanatan have now witnessed its power in Prayagraj Mahakumbh.”

He further stated, “At Prayagraj Mahakumbh, over 66 crore devotees became part of this divine experience by taking a dip in the sacred Triveni. No matter where a Sanatani is from—any region, any caste, speaking any language—they have enriched their lives through this dip of faith in Triveni.”

The Chief Minister said that the world observed the Prayagraj Mahakumbh with awe and curiosity. “While the people of Sanatan Dharma united to deliver a message of harmony to the world through this grand event, an incredible display of dignity and discipline was witnessed in Prayagraj. Not a single incident occurred that could make Sanatanis bow their heads in shame.”

CM Yogi emphasized that those who attempt to tarnish Sanatan Dharma by raising issues of caste and untouchability should witness the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj. “At the Maha Kumbh, whether it was a head of state or a common devotee, a revered religious leader or a humble village Yogi, all took the dip of faith at the same ghat, with the same devotion and spirit.”

He pointed out that those who malign Sanatan Dharma and seek to divide society are the very same people who opposed the construction of the Ram Temple, shielded individuals involved in cow smuggling, and doubted India’s potential for development. “Their intentions towards the nation and Sanatan Dharma are well known,” he remarked.

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath reaffirmed the core principle of Sanatan Dharma: Yato Dharmastatah Jayah—where there is Dharma, there will be victory. “The path to victory demands rigorous sadhana and relentless effort. The tougher the sadhana, the greater the siddhi.”

He further stated that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of a developed India will only be realized when the nation stands united. “When India stands as one, it will rise to be the best, and no force in the world will be able to halt its progress. Our sadhana must be dedicated at the feet of Bharat Mata,” the Chief Minister declared.

On the occasion of Holi, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expressed his best wishes to all the people of the state and said that only one message of Holi, this country will move ahead only with unity. He said that if the country remains united, then the vision of Ek Bharat Shreshth Bharat will definitely be fulfilled.

Referring to the incarnation of Lord Narasimha, he said that this is also a warning that the pride of people like Hiranyakashyap cannot stand and is also an example that if the path of truth is followed like devotee Prahlad, then God’s grace will definitely shower.

After wishing Holi to the people, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath performed the aarti of Lord Narasimha with rituals. He was offered coconut, gujiya along with flowers, fruits, colors, abir, gulal. After worshiping Lord Narasimha, CM Yogi completely immersed himself in the atmosphere of Holi. They showered flower petals, abir, gulaal on the people. Soon, the entire public including Yogi was drenched in colours. During this, the festive fervour was at its peak with the slogans of Jai Shri Ram and Har Har Mahadev.

On this occasion, MP Ravi Kishan Shukla, Mayor Dr. Manglesh Shrivastava, BJP State Vice President and MLC Dr. Dharmendra Singh, MLA Vipin Singh, Jagadguru Swami Santosh Das alias Satua Baba from Kashi, Mahant Ravindra Das of Kalibari, State Sanghchalak of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh Dr. Mahendra Agarwal, South Part Sanghchalak Om Jalan, President of Holika Utsav Samiti Manoj Jalan, Co-State Pracharak Surjeet, Atma Singh, Rasendu Fogla etc. were also present.