Shravasti: Those trying to disrupt festivals like demons, will be crushed, says Yogi

The CM was addressing an event in Shravasti during which he inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for projects worth Rs 510 crore. He also announced a state holiday on October 7 to mark Maharishi Valmiki’s birth anniversary.

Adityanath said, “We will give respect to all, we will give security to all, but if anyone indulges in rioting or arson in the name of faith, they must be ready to face the consequences. Those who attack common citizens, harass daughters, attack traders or police, we will neither spare them nor allow them to escape. Those who dare to set shops and establishments on fire will face such strong action that it will become an example not only for them but for their generations.”

The CM emphasised that worship is a “personal, internal” matter, not something for street demonstrations. Therefore, the use of loudspeakers at religious places remains banned in Uttar Pradesh. “Disorder will never be accepted,” he declared.

“To curb some people’s arrogance, we have to take firm action. Taliban-style rule and Dar-ul-Islam rule will not be available even in hell,” Adityanath said.

Referring to such miscreants as “Chand-Mund” (mentioned as demons in Hindu mythology), he said, “Just as Goddess Bhagwati crushed Chand-Mund, similar action would be taken against those who disturb society — a message that will set an example for generations.”

He said Sanatan Dharma respects everyone, but for those who disregard its values, the message is clear: “Na Chhutoge Na Chhut Paoge (Neither will you be spared nor will be able to escape).”

He said some people cannot tolerate peace. Great personalities from any tradition deserve respect, but faith is a matter of conscience, not display. There will be no freedom for creating disturbances at crossroads. The ban on loudspeakers will remain in force in Uttar Pradesh.
Targeting past governments in the state, he said, “We do not tolerate lawlessness.”

He added that Ramayana recitations would be organised in every temple across the state with support from the Department of Culture and Tourism.

“The Ram Temple has been built, and Ayodhya is now emerging as a new hub on the tourism map. On October 19, once again a grand Deepotsava will be organised. I appeal to everyone to light lamps in their homes,” the CM said.

He said, “On the sacred land of Shravasti, we are announcing a holiday on October 7 for Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti. On this day, uninterrupted recitations of Ramayana, authored by Maharishi Valmiki, will be held in every temple, organised by the tourism and culture department.”