Pawan Kalyan has been extending his rhetoric as a savior of Sanatana Dharma while sitting in Andhra Pradesh. No one knows exactly who his target is, but he has stated that he would not spare those who ridicule Sanatana Dharma, warning them explicitly.
Historically and in the present, there have been no religious clashes or communal riots based on religion in Andhra Pradesh. There have been caste-related conflicts in various parts of the state, but never religious clashes.
Moreover, caste politics is common in Andhra Pradesh, where parties like Jana Sena, TDP, and YSRCP cater to different communities—whether it be Kapus, Kammas, Reddy, or BCs, SC-STs, respectively.
But the question remains: Who is Pawan Kalyan targeting with regard to those ridiculing Sanatana Dharma?
The most notable politician who openly criticized Sanatana Dharma is Udhayanidhi Stalin, the current Deputy Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. Another politician who made derogatory remarks was Akbaruddin Owaisi, who ridiculed Lord Rama and his mother, Kausalya, in one of his earlier speeches. He is from Telangana.
If Pawan Kalyan claims to be the savior of Sanatana Dharma, is he directing his warnings at them?
There is no clear indication of who he is addressing, and many on social media are asking for clarity on the issue.
Pawan Kalyan also needs to clarify his own past and present beliefs to avoid confusion among the public. Otherwise, he risks becoming the subject of continuous trolling, and his statements might not be taken seriously.
Questions that need addressing include:
- Who is he calling the destroyers of Sanatana Dharma? What are their names?
- Why did he state that he underwent baptism earlier?
- Why did he adopt Brahminism by wearing the sacred thread later?
- Why did he initially follow Che Guevara?
- Why is he now taking on the role of a Sanatana Dharma savior?
- Will he stick to this mission, or will his priorities change based on political reasons and playing to the galleries as per the situation?
Pawan Kalyan should address all these questions in a convincing manner to gain public trust.
Madhunandan Akkishetty