PATHANAMTHITTA: Sivagiri Mutt president Satchidananda Swami on Sunday said that, in the present circumstances, attempts by sections of the Hindu community to unite are often branded as communal. Inaugurating the valedictory session of the 114th Hindu Matha Parishad organised by the Hindu Matha Mahamandalam at Cherukolpuzha on the Pampa sandbanks, he said the message of Sree Narayana Guru on organising and becoming strong is particularly relevant today. Attempts are being made to portray Sree Narayana Guru as being opposed to Sanatana Dharma, though none of his 63 works contradict its principles, he added. Presiding over the function, Hindu Matha Mahamandalam vice-president Adv K Haridas said gatherings such as the Cherukolpuzha meet are increasingly relevant at a time when there are attempts to weaken Hindu culture. However, he cautioned that when Sanatana Dharma is used for political purposes, its inclusive nature could be undermined.

Source: Indian Express February 23, 2026 02:23 UTC