If you wish to know Sangh (RSS), hear it from a Swayamsevak who is now the Pradhan sevak of Maa Bharati.

A Devi Mandir Burns During Navratri. Ancient Japanese Temples Burn Too. How Much Longer Can We Ignore the Bigger Questions? My heart aches at the news of the devastating fire that gutted the historic Adi Badri Maa Bhagwati Mandir in Badiyakot, Uttarakhand, during Navratri. The main structure, the Devi's idol and the intricately carved traditional woodwork have suffered devastating damage. A precious piece of our civilisational heritage has been lost. Imagine the anguish of devotees who were worshipping Maa Durga during Navratri, only to see their sacred abode consumed by flames. There are some wounds that statistics cannot capture. And this tragedy brings back disturbing memories of the fires that have damaged ancient Buddhist temples and Shinto shrines in Japan in 2026. In May, the historic Reikado Hall on Miyajima Island, associated with the Buddhist saint Kukai and an eternal flame maintained for centuries, burned to the ground. In September, Seianji Temple in Yamaguchi Prefecture suffered a devastating fire. Other religious structures and historic buildings across Japan have also been affected by fires this year. The causes of these incidents vary, and investigations have not established a coordinated campaign against Japanese religious sites. We must acknowledge that distinction. But the larger question of protecting ancient sacred heritage cannot be dismissed. In Uttarakhand, concerns about unauthorised religious structures on forest and government land have repeatedly made headlines. Recent reports have documented the demolition of unauthorised mazaars, including two structures on forest land in Udham Singh Nagar in April 2026, following legal procedures. Allegations of encroachment involving mosque constructions have also been reported in the state. These matters deserve serious scrutiny, and the law must apply equally to everyone. When land is occupied illegally in the name of religion, authorities must act. When sacred heritage is threatened, it must be protected. And when there is evidence of deliberate religious hostility, those responsible must face the full force of the law. We cannot demand respect for our own sacred traditions while remaining indifferent to the deliberate destruction of someone else's. Equally, we cannot allow the language of tolerance to silence legitimate concerns about religious intolerance. I also believe we must be careful not to turn suspicion into a verdict. In Japan, rumours attributing fires to foreign actors have circulated, but authorities have not established such a connection. The cause of the Badiyakot fire, too, remains under investigation. The truth must be established through evidence, not speculation. Yet, our right to demand answers remains unquestionable. Why are ancient sacred structures so vulnerable? Are we doing enough to protect our civilisational inheritance? Are authorities responding firmly and impartially when religious tensions, unlawful encroachments or deliberate acts of destruction threaten communities and their heritage? These are legitimate questions. They deserve serious answers, not dismissive labels. Today, my thoughts are with the devotees of Maa Bhagwati. Losing a sacred Mandir during Navratri is heartbreaking in a way that words can barely express. The traditional architecture, the prayers, the memories and the devotion of generations cannot simply be replaced by rebuilding walls. May Maa Bhagwati give Her devotees the strength to endure this sorrow. May the Mandir rise again, and may those responsible for protecting our sacred heritage fulfil their duty with sincerity and courage. Our faith deserves respect. Our heritage deserves protection. And religious intolerance, wherever it comes from, must never be excused. 🙏 जय माँ भगवती।

Hey...wait Isn't it an extension of the JNU slogan by tukde tukde gang in favour of t€₹₹0rist Afzal Guru. And those who can't spell Tiranga correctly are claiming to respect it. Khamakha 🙄