JOURNAL ARTICLE

Take action against those creating fear in name of faith: Uttarakhand former CM on 'Operation Kalnemi'.

  • Published In: India Together, 2025. P. N.PAG 1 of 2

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Abstract

The article discusses Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami's launch of 'Operation Kalnemi,' aimed at addressing the issue of fake sadhus and spiritual imposters who exploit the public and damage the reputation of Sanatan Dharma. Former Chief Minister Harish Rawat emphasizes the need to expand the operation's focus to include those who create an environment conducive to such deceit, likening them to the mythical figure Kalnemi from the Ramayana. He argues that the operation should not only target individual fraudsters but also the broader societal factors that enable exploitation in the name of religion. Additionally, Rawat comments on internal party dynamics within Congress, expressing disappointment over Shashi Tharoor's remarks regarding the Emergency period, advocating for a more nuanced understanding of historical events and urging attention to current threats to democratic institutions in India. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:India Together. 2025/07, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Religion and Philosophy
  • Publication Date:2025
  • Accession Number:186586998
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