On Savarkar's birth anniversary, Yogi calls him 'great hero of 20th century'; attacks Congress
2 years, 6 months ago

On Savarkar's birth anniversary, Yogi calls him 'great hero of 20th century'; attacks Congress

India TV News  

Highlights Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath accused Congress of insulting Vinayak Damodar Savarkar Savarkar did not get the respect he should have received after the Independence, Adityanath said He was addressing a program held to mark birth anniversary of Savarkar Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday accused the Congress of insulting Vinayak Damodar Savarkar, whom he called a hero who did not get the respect he deserved. The Congress left no stone unturned in "insulting, a revolutionary, writer, philosopher, poet like Savarkar", said Adityanath. Savarkar had said that Pakistan is not a reality but India will always be there," Adityanath said according to a press statement. The chief minister said the Atal Bihari Vajpayee government had installed a statue of Savarkar in the Cellular Jail in Port Blair, which was later removed by the Congress government.

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Savarkar's grandson slams Rahul Gandhi for 'politicising' grandpa's views
1 week, 1 day ago

Savarkar's grandson slams Rahul Gandhi for 'politicising' grandpa's views

Deccan Chronicle  

Mumbai: Ranjit Savarkar, the grandson of Vinayak Damodar Savarkar, on Sunday slammed senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for using Savarkar's name for his politics. The senior Congress leader had said that RSS ideologue had criticised the Constitution by stating there was “nothing Indian” about it and asked the BJP to clear its stance on the Savarkar’s view. Denying that Savarkar …

Unravelling Savarkar’s impact on politics, ideological thought
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Unravelling Savarkar’s impact on politics, ideological thought

Hindustan Times  

In today’s India, there are few historical figures whose writing and thinking help explain the current ideological zeitgeist more than Vinayak Damodar Savarkar. Savarkar was certainly a Hindu champion, but he was also an anti-caste progressive, a pioneering advocate for women’s rights, and a patriotic poet. There were comic books, there were kathas, there were gathas, there were charitras, there …

PM, BJP leaders pay homage to Savarkar
1 year, 6 months ago

PM, BJP leaders pay homage to Savarkar

Deccan Chronicle  

NEW DELHI: On the birth anniversary of Veer Damodar Savarkar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, several Union ministers, and senior BJP leaders, including national president J.P. Nadda, paid floral tributes to Savarkar in the Central Hall of the old Parliament building. Coincidentally, the new Parliament building was also inaugurated by the Prime Minister on the same …

Big Picture: Savarkar vs Gandhi; NAMO vs RAGA
1 year, 8 months ago

Big Picture: Savarkar vs Gandhi; NAMO vs RAGA

The Hindu  

Modi conveniently appropriates Buddha and Gandhi who riled Hindutva icon Savarkar; Rahul quixotically takes potshots at Savarkar, endangering his party’s alliance in Maharashtra Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s statement on V.D. Savarkar and what Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Lord Buddha recently represent the differing approaches of the two key antagonists of contemporary Indian politics. Mr. Gandhi’s statement rattled the …

The fight over Savarkar’s legacy
1 year, 8 months ago

The fight over Savarkar’s legacy

The Hindu  

The controversy surrounding the legacy of Hindutva demagogue Vinayak Damodar Savarkar, one of the most divisive figures in Indian politics, has reignited a heated debate in Maharashtra. Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde also questioned Uddhav Thackeray’s stance on the Savarkar issue and his party’s commitment to the Hindutva, daring him to walk out of the MVA. Pawar to the rescue …

Nitin ’thanks’ Rahul Gandhi for insulting Savarkar, ‘he should continue this’
1 year, 8 months ago

Nitin ’thanks’ Rahul Gandhi for insulting Savarkar, ‘he should continue this’

Live Mint  

Amid Veer Savarkar row, senior BJP leader Nitin Gadkari thanks Rahul Gandhi for giving them the ‘opportunity to take him to every home’. Rahul Gandhi, who was disqualified as an MP after being convicted in the criminal defamation case over the 'Modi surname' remark, on March 25 said, "My name is not Savarkar, my name is Gandhi. Tawde said, "Unfortunately …

Rahul 'Gandagi': BJP MP over Congress leader's Savarkar remark
1 year, 8 months ago

Rahul 'Gandagi': BJP MP over Congress leader's Savarkar remark

Hindustan Times  

Bharatiya Janata Party MP Poonam Mahajan on Monday took a dig at Congress leader Rahul Gandhi over his remarks on VD Savarkar and said he can never be Savarkar as he is taking the country towards the dirt. Maharashtra BJP MPs protest in front of the Shivaji statue in Parliament against Rahul Gandhi's comments on Savarkar. Union minister and BJP …

Rahul Gandhi can never be Veer Savarkar even in his best dreams: Anurag Thakur
1 year, 8 months ago

Rahul Gandhi can never be Veer Savarkar even in his best dreams: Anurag Thakur

The Hindu  

Hitting out at Rahul Gandhi, Union Minister Anurag Thakur has said the Congress leader can never be Veer Savarkar even in his "best dreams" as it required strong determination and love for the country. "Dear Shri Gandhi, you can never be SAVARKAR even in your best dreams because being Savarkar requires strong determination, love for Bharat, selflessness and commitment," the …

\"Don't insult Savarkar\": Uddhav Thackeray warns Rahul Gandhi
1 year, 8 months ago

\"Don't insult Savarkar\": Uddhav Thackeray warns Rahul Gandhi

Deccan Chronicle  

Malegaon : Cautioning Congress leader Rahul Gandhi not to insult Vinayak Savarkar, Shiv Sena leader Uddhav Thackeray on Sunday warned that demeaning Savarkar would create "cracks" in the opposition alliance. Rahul Gandhi is being provoked deliberately but if we waste time in this, democracy will cease to exist," Uddhav said while addressing a rally in Malegaon. Uddhav was referring to …

Won’t tolerate any insult to Veer Savarkar: Uddhav warns Rahul
1 year, 8 months ago

Won’t tolerate any insult to Veer Savarkar: Uddhav warns Rahul

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: Shiv Sena president Uddhav Thackeray, while addressing a public rally at Malegaon on Sunday, expressed displeasure at Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s statements on V D Savarkar, and warned that his party would not tolerate any insult to the Hindutva ideologue. Saving democracy is vital, and parties’ stands on political idols should not be linked with this.” Thackeray, while declaring …

Will India's G20 Presidency Help PM Narendra Modi Internationalise Savarkar?
2 years ago

Will India's G20 Presidency Help PM Narendra Modi Internationalise Savarkar?

The Quint  

However, efforts to elevate Savarkar’s eminence worldwide can be severely hamstrung by the Hindutva icon’s belief in the centrality of violence and violent action in human behaviour. In addition, Savarkar’s inexplicable linkage between Hindutva's history on the one hand, and violence on the other, would leave non-Indians bewildered about his formulation. There is just one occasion when Savarkar defines Hindutva, …

If Not Glorified, Swatantryaveer Savarkar’s Name Must Not be Used for Petty Political Gains
2 years ago

If Not Glorified, Swatantryaveer Savarkar’s Name Must Not be Used for Petty Political Gains

News 18  

Rahul Gandhi, the defeated prince of Amethi, once again criticised the achievements of the most revered Swatantryaveer Vinayak Damodar Savarkar. But I take this as an opportunity to introduce Swatantryaveer Savarkar’s contribution to India’s freedom struggle to Gen Next. Interestingly, Rahul’s grandmother and former prime minister Indira Gandhi donated Rs 11,000 for the construction of a memorial to Savarkar. To …

Leave Savarkar, Nehru alone, advises Raut
2 years, 1 month ago

Leave Savarkar, Nehru alone, advises Raut

Deccan Chronicle  

Mumbai: A day after warning of a split in the Maha Vikas Aghadi alliance over Rahul Gandhi’s remarks on Veer Savarkar, Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut on Saturday appealed to everyone not to malign Savarkar and Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru. Savarkar, Subhashchandra Bose, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, Mahatma Gandhi or any other freedom fighter who had contributed in the …

Savarkar remark: After Congress’ ‘all is well’, Sanjay Raut sees ’split’ in MVA
2 years, 1 month ago

Savarkar remark: After Congress’ ‘all is well’, Sanjay Raut sees ’split’ in MVA

Live Mint  

Warning Congress MP Rahul Gandhi of a split in the Opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi alliance in Maharashtra, Shiv Sena - Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray MP MP Sanjay Raut on Friday said coming to Maharashtra and defaming Veer Savarkar was unacceptable. Responding to Rahul's remark against Veer Savarkar on Thursday, claiming that the saffron ideologue took pension from the British rulers in …

’It is true’: Mahatma Gandhi’s great-grandson backs RaGa’s claims on Savarkar
2 years, 1 month ago

’It is true’: Mahatma Gandhi’s great-grandson backs RaGa’s claims on Savarkar

Live Mint  

Be it apple of an eye or an apple of discord but more than half a century after his death VD Savarkar is still an apple rolling in the basket of controversies within Indian politics. The recent remarks made by Rahul Gandhi, the scion of Nehru's lineage, against Savarkar have been reaffirmed by Mahatma Gandhi's great grand son, Tushar Gandhi. …

‘Savarkar’s Daring Defiance of British...': Unlike Rahul, Indira Gandhi Lauded 'India’s Remarkable Son’
2 years, 1 month ago

‘Savarkar’s Daring Defiance of British...': Unlike Rahul, Indira Gandhi Lauded 'India’s Remarkable Son’

News 18  

Even as Rahul Gandhi has stoked a controversy by mocking freedom fighter Veer Savarkar as “an obedient servant of the British” twice in the past few days, his grandmother and India’s former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi’s views were to the contrary. CONGRESS AND SAVARKAR According to media reports, when Savarkar was jailed in Andaman and Nicobar Islands by the British …

'Non-Issue Flogged Repeatedly': Historian Vikram Sampath Rails at RaGa for Savarkar Comments
2 years, 1 month ago

'Non-Issue Flogged Repeatedly': Historian Vikram Sampath Rails at RaGa for Savarkar Comments

News 18  

Historian and author Vikram Sampath on Thursday came down heavily on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s criticism of Hindutva ideologue VD Savarkar, saying he doesn’t wish to dignify the “juvenile comments”. Apologies in advance to guest relations folks of TV channels reaching out to me 🙏🙏 https://t.co/xqKCBYkgH6— Dr. Vikram Sampath, FRHistS November 17, 2022 The first volume, Savarkar: Echoes from a …

Congress Leader Compares Jinnah with Savarkar, Stirs Row in Karnataka
2 years, 3 months ago

Congress Leader Compares Jinnah with Savarkar, Stirs Row in Karnataka

News 18  

Opposition leader in the Karnataka Legislative Council B.K. Hariprasad on Thursday stirred a controversy by saying that the founder of Pakistan Muhammad Ali Jinnah and Veer Savarkar were “same”. Hariprasad, a senior Congress leader, said: “It is because of Jinnah and Savarkar the country is facing the current situation.” “Veer Savarkar was an atheist. On the one hand there are …

Yediyurappa inaugurates Savarkar Rath Yatra in Mysuru
2 years, 4 months ago

Yediyurappa inaugurates Savarkar Rath Yatra in Mysuru

The Hindu  

The former Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa inaugurated the Savarkar Rath Yatra in Mysuru on Tuesday with a call to counter the “negative propaganda” against Hindutva ideologue V.D. The eight-day-long yatra, which will traverse through parts of Mysuru, Chamarajanagar, and Mandya districts, comes at a time when Congress leaders, including the former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, had questioned Savarkar’s contribution to the …

Why did Indira Gandhi honour Savarkar if he was vile: Historian Vikram Sampath slams Congress
2 years, 4 months ago

Why did Indira Gandhi honour Savarkar if he was vile: Historian Vikram Sampath slams Congress

India Today  

As the Savarkar-vs-Tipu Sultan row escalated in Karnataka, historian and author Vikram Sampath on Wednesday, August 17, slammed the Congress for criticizing Veer Savarkar. In an exclusive interview with India Today, Sampath said Congress leaders need to go back and refer to Indira Gandhi who said Savarkar’s role in India’s freedom struggle is unique. — Jairam Ramesh August 14, 2022 …

A growing disengagement with Gandhi’s ideas
2 years, 4 months ago

A growing disengagement with Gandhi’s ideas

The Hindu  

The June 2022 issue of Antim Jan, a magazine published by the Gandhi Smriti and Darshan Samiti, stood out for a reason. In an article in Antim Jan, Bharatiya Janata Party leader Vijay Goel, the vice-chairman of GSDS, tries to place Savarkar on the same footing as Mahatma Gandhi — “Savarkar’s place in history and stature in freedom struggle is …

There would have been no Partition had Congress listened to Savarkar: Adityanath
2 years, 6 months ago

There would have been no Partition had Congress listened to Savarkar: Adityanath

The Hindu  

Had the Congress listened to Vinayak Damodar Savarkar, then the country would have been “spared the tragedy” of Partition, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said on Saturday. Mr. Adityanath made the remarks while launching a book on Savarkar’s life, titled in Hindi, “Veer Savarkar: The one who could have prevented the division of India and his vision on national …

PM Modi pays tribute to 'hardworking son of India' Veer Savarkar on birth anniversary
2 years, 6 months ago

PM Modi pays tribute to 'hardworking son of India' Veer Savarkar on birth anniversary

India Today  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to Hindutva ideologue Vinayak Damodar Savarkar on his birth anniversary on Saturday. In a tweet, PM Modi wrote in Hindi, "Respectful tributes to Veer Savarkar, the hardworking son of Maa Bharti, on his birth anniversary." TRIBUTES POUR IN Paying tribute to VD Savarkar, Vice President Venkaiah Naidu tweeted, "My humble tributes to the valorous …

PM Modi, VP Naidu pay tributes to Veer Savarkar on death anniversary
2 years, 9 months ago

PM Modi, VP Naidu pay tributes to Veer Savarkar on death anniversary

India TV News  

Highlights PM Modi hailed Veer Savarkar and called him as a 'great freedom fighter' Veer Savarkar will always be source of inspiration for countrymen: PM Modi A foremost proponent of Hindutva ideology, Savarkar died in 1966 Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday paid tributes to Hindutva icon Veer Savarkar on his death anniversary. In a tweet, PM Modi hailed him …

Veer Savarkar was an icon of Indian history, will remain so: Rajnath Singh
3 years, 2 months ago

Veer Savarkar was an icon of Indian history, will remain so: Rajnath Singh

The Hindu  

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh chief Mohan Bhagwat on Tuesday said that there was a campaign going on to “defame” the legacy of Veer Savarkar over the years, and there was a lack of correct information about him that needed to be addressed. At the same function, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh described Savarkar as an “icon of Indian history”, and that it …

BJP’s rise has turned Vinayak Damodar Savarkar into a political pariah: Vikram Sampath
3 years, 2 months ago

BJP’s rise has turned Vinayak Damodar Savarkar into a political pariah: Vikram Sampath

Firstpost  

Historian and author Vikram Sampath explains why Savarkar has been wrongfully targeted on the issue of clemency and Mahatma Gandhi’s assassination, and how he has become a casualty of contemporary politics Vinayak Damodar Savarkar means many things to many people. And much later, when Savarkar was implicated in the Gandhi assassination case, Ambedkar, who was law minister then, called up …

‘An Insult’: Cong MLC on Savarkar’s Portrait in UP Assembly
3 years, 11 months ago

‘An Insult’: Cong MLC on Savarkar’s Portrait in UP Assembly

The Quint  

After Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath inaugurated a portrait of Hindutva ideologue VD Savarkar in the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Council picture gallery on Tuesday, Congress MLC Deepak Singh wrote to the Chairman in a bid to seek the portrait’s removal. In his letter, Singh wrote, “The installation of the picture of Savarkarji along with that of great freedom fighters who withstood …

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