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Jayarajan alleges Sree Krishna Jayanti processions are RSS project
The Hindu··5 Sept
CPI(M) leader P Jayarajan alleged Sree Krishna Jayanti processions in Kerala are part of an RSS political project to expand influence among families. He said processions for Sree Narayana Guru's birth anniversary were once the only such street events in Kerala. Jayarajan claimed Jayanti celebrations were later introduced as part of RSS efforts to build a political base among families.
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What It Means For You
- Residents in Kerala may see more Sree Krishna Jayanti processions on streets during the festival season.
- Jayarajan spoke in a CPI(M) Kannur district committee podcast series.
- He linked the processions to RSS efforts to reach families across the state.
What's Happening
- Jayarajan said lower castes were barred from Sree Krishna temples until the Temple Entry Proclamation.
- He cited social reformer Mannath Padmanabhan on restrictions even for Nair community members.
- Faith in Lord Krishna has existed in Kerala for a long time, he said.
Festival Politics in Kerala
- Processions marking Sree Narayana Guru's Chathaya Dinam were once the only such events on Kerala streets.
- Jayarajan alleged Sree Krishna Jayanti celebrations were subsequently introduced by the RSS.
- The CPI(M) leader framed the processions as a political project rather than purely religious observance.
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