Religious leaders in Ayodhya have criticized Maulana Arshad Madani for his recent comments on RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat’s remarks about “ghar wapsi.” They denounced Madani’s statements as politically driven and called for action against anything that could disrupt social harmony. Mahant Deveshacharya Maharaj of Siddh Peeth Hanumangarhi labeled Madani’s actions as foolish, emphasizing that Bhagwat’s words were not directed at any individual but simply welcomed those wanting to return home.
The seer expressed that if someone desires to come back, there should be no issue, as Bhagwat did not target anyone or coerce them. He criticized the controversy as politically motivated. Mahant Sitaram Das Maharaj of Saket Bhawan Temple also condemned Madani’s statement, calling it highly condemnable and indicative of a misguided mindset. He claimed that Bhagwat’s stance had nationwide support, with many Muslims appreciating his words.
Jagadguru Paramhans Acharya, another prominent seer in Ayodhya, highlighted historical communal violence, alleging past Hindu killings and the dissemination of provocative messages from religious sites during those times. Acharya criticized Madani, stating that his ideology was losing relevance and that society must reject divisive thoughts to safeguard humanity. The ongoing debate stems from Madani’s comments, which have sparked strong reactions from various quarters.
Maulana Madani, in response to Bhagwat’s earlier statements, criticized the growing animosity in the country, deeming it unconstitutional and detrimental to social cohesion. He expressed concern over the rhetoric of “homecoming” for 20 crore Muslims and the recent emphasis on organized Hindu society and population growth by Bhagwat. Bhagwat, at a social harmony meeting in Lucknow, advocated for an empowered Hindu community, urging Hindus to have at least three children to prevent societal decline based on scientific data. He also raised concerns about declining Hindu numbers, conversions, and infiltration, calling for increased efforts towards “ghar wapsi.”
