Assault on ‘kathavachak’ in Etawah achallenge to Hindutva, says VHP chief

VHP chief Alok Kumar condemned the assault on a Yadav kathavachak and his associate in Etawah by upper-caste men, calling it a direct challenge to Hindutva and Dharma-shashtras. He emphasized that every Hindu has the inviolable right to preach and worship, regardless of caste. Kumar urged restraint from politicizing the incident and stressed unity over division. He highlighted VHP’s efforts to train Scheduled Tribes in religious storytelling and promote inclusivity through initiatives like Ved Vidyalayas. Analysts noted Kumar’s attempt to reframe the incident from caste conflict to a broader violation of Hindu values, aiming to preserve communal harmony.

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