Religious leader announces Gau Pratistha Dharmayuddh march to Lucknow
The article describes a potential escalation of religious tensions and violence.
Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati, the Shankaracharya, announced a "Gau Pratistha Dharmayuddh" (crusade for protection of cow) from Varanasi to Lucknow beginning this weekend. The march follows an ultimatum demanding stronger cow protection measures, including declaring the cow as "Rajya Mata" and banning beef exports from Uttar Pradesh. Keshav Prasad Maurya, Deputy CM, stated that the government is committed to protecting cows and questioned the need for such a declaration. Mr. Saraswati has been booked by the Prayagraj police for molestation of minors and claims the case is politically motivated.
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Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati, Shankaracharya, announced a "Gau Pratistha Dharmayuddh" march from Varanasi to Lucknow following an ultimatum demanding stronger cow protection measures.
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