Nature, DNA of what happened in Ayodhya, Sambhal in Babur's era and now Bangladesh same: Adityanath

Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath warns against divisive forces, drawing parallels between historical events in India and current situation in Bangladesh.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday (December 5, 2024) accused the Opposition parties of trying to divide society, saying what Mughal ruler Babur's army did in Ayodhya and Sambhal is what is happening in Bangladesh.

The Chief Minister, who was in the temple town for the inauguration of the 43rd Ramayan Mela, said Lord Ram united the whole society.

“Had we given importance to unity and not let the strategy of nation’s enemies succeed in creating social animosity, this country would have never become a slave. Our pilgrimages would not have become impure. A handful of invaders would not have dared to invade us and and would be crushed by India’s brave soldiers,” Mr. Adityanath said.

“But those creating obstacles within the society were able to succeed. Their genes remain the same even today. Those who indulge in caste-based politics to shatter the social fabric are still active,” the CM said.

"... 500 years ago, a general of Babur committed certain deeds in Ayodhya, similar acts in Sambhal, and what is happening today in Bangladesh. The nature and DNA of all three are the same," he added.

The BJP leader said if someone believes that what is happening in India was dissimilar to what happened in Bangladesh then they are mistaken.

“Divisive elements are there already, tearing apart the social fabric, breaking social unity, and making full arrangements ‘aapko kaatne aur katwaane ka’,” he said.