Organised by Hindu Janajagruti Samiti at Bantwal, Dakshin Kannada
Bantwal, Karnataka – The district-level Hindu Rashtra Adhiveshan, organised by the Hindu Janajagruti Samiti with the aim of uniting Hindus and advancing the cause of a Hindu Rashtra, concluded successfully on 17 May 2026, at Geetanjali Kalyana Mantapa in Bantwal.
The programme began with the traditional blowing of the conch, lighting of the lamp, and Vedic chants. It was hosted by Mrs. Sudha Talapady and Ms. Lavanya.
All Hindu organisations must work together for Hindu Rashtra: Shri. Chandra Mogaveera
Addressing the gathering, Shri. Chandra Mogaveera, South Karnataka Coordinator of the Hindu Janajagruti Samiti, said that just as Ram Rajya was established when Prabhu Shri Ram returned to Ayodhya after defeating Ravana, a Hindu Rashtra can be realised if society understands Dharma and becomes sattvik (spiritually pure).
Shri. Mogaveera noted that the Hindu Rashtra Adhiveshan, which started in 2012, has now become a nationwide movement. Under the guidance of Puri Peeth Shankaracharya Swami Nischalananda Saraswati, saints and spiritual leaders prepared a draft constitution for the Hindu Rashtra during the 2025 Kumbh Mela. Discussions on this are now taking place even in the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha. He called upon all Hindus to undertake spiritual practice and work unitedly to overcome obstacles in the path of Dharma.
Sanatan Dharma’s truth cannot be destroyed despite history distortion: Ajay Shetty
Honoured to attend the Dakshina Kannada District Hindu Rashtra Adhiveshan organised by the @HinduJagrutiOrg at Geetanjali Kalyana Mantapa, B.C. Road, Bantwal today. pic.twitter.com/tDTAx9g48v
— Ajay Purushotham Shetty (@ajaypshetty) May 17, 2026
Prominent Udupi businessman Ajay Shetty expressed disappointment over the distortion of history despite ample evidence of Sanatan Dharma’s greatness. He pointed out that people from foreign countries once came to India in search of knowledge, reflecting the strength of Hindu Dharma. Shetty asserted that even if history is altered, the truth of Sanatan Dharma cannot be destroyed. He called for active participation through the Hindu Rashtra Coordination Committee to establish a sattvic Hindu Nation.
Conspiracy to destroy Hindu Dharma through Love Jihad: Advocate Prasad Rai
Advocate Prasad Rai of Bantwal expressed serious concern over the spread of love jihad, describing it as a conspiracy aimed at destroying Hindu Dharma and Bharat. He said Hindu girls, considered pillars of Dharma, are being trapped through deceptive love affairs and disguises.
Advocate Rai further highlighted the lack of proper guidance in society regarding ideal Hindu women and cited examples of brave figures like Rani Lakshmibai of Jhansi and Kittur Rani Chennamma, who fought fearlessly against Adharma. He urged women to follow their path, protect themselves, and avoid falling victim to any form of jihad.
Strong families essential for building a Hindu Rashtra: Vajradehi Math Swamiji
Sri Sri Rajashekarananda Swamiji, head of Gurupura Vajradehi Math, stressed the importance of selfless living. He said Hindus must give up selfish thinking and focus on protecting the family, which is essential for safeguarding the nation and Dharma. He added that children should be given good values at home, as only strong families can build an ideal nation.
Highlights
The event saw the participation of over 250 Hindutva supporters from Mangalore, Bantwal, Puttur, Belthangady, and Kodagu regions. Dignitaries present included Pujya Santappa Gowda of Sanatan Sanstha, advocate Jagadish Shenava from Mangalore, Taluk Panchayat member Prabhakar Prabhu, Radhakrishna Adyanthaya, Sri Shivananda Saraswati Swamiji of Alike Uliya Vaishnavi Kshetra, Raj Ram Bhat, along with temple trustees, priests, spiritual leaders, advocates, businessmen, and pro-Hindu activists.