Pandit Dhirendra Krishna Shastri, the head of Bageshwar Dham, led a huge padyatra through Faridabad on Saturday, once again calling for India to become a Hindu Rashtra. Thousands showed up, filling the streets with chants and saffron flags. Aniruddhacharya Ji Maharaj, a well-known spiritual preacher, walked right beside Shastri, both of them rallying support for the cause.
Standing before the crowd, Shastri made his message clear. “This isn’t about politics,” he said. “It’s about faith. We want an India where Sanatan Dharma gets respect, and every Hindu stands tall and feels safe.” The response? Roaring cheers, shouts of “Jai Shree Ram” and “Bharat Mata Ki Jai” echoed across the gathering.
Aniruddhacharya Extends Support to Shastri’s Vision
Aniruddhacharya backed Shastri’s call, calling the movement a mission to bring people together and revive old values. “We’re not here to divide anyone,” he said. “We’re trying to reconnect with our roots and do what’s right.”
Seeing both preachers together electrified the crowd. For many, this felt like a historic day for Sanatan Dharma in North India. People talked about the growing reach of spiritual leaders, and it was hard to miss the sense of momentum.
Political Undertones and Public Reactions
Dhirendra Shastri insisted the march had nothing to do with politics. Still, analysts pointed out that this kind of public show of faith can sway opinions, especially with elections on the horizon. The event itself stayed peaceful, thanks to a heavy police presence managing the sea of devotees.
Social Media lit up with photos and videos – barefoot pilgrims, saffron flags waving, hymns filling the air. Hashtags like #HinduRashtra and #BageshwarDham trended all day.
Dhirendra Shastri: A Spiritual Call or Political Signal?
For his followers, Shastri’s campaign is all about spiritual unity and awakening among Hindus. Critics, though, warn that mixing religion and nationalism could stir up deeper divides.
Either way, the Faridabad padyatra stands out as another big moment in Dhirendra Shastri’s push to put Hindu identity front and centre across India. And honestly, it doesn’t look like he’s slowing down anytime soon.
