A special religious event is going to be organized on the occasion of Hanuman Jayanti on April 2 at the Hanuman temple located in the park of Ram temple in Ayodhya, UP. During this time, the flag will be hoisted on the peak of the temple. It will be led by Vinay Katiyar, popularly known as ‘Bajrangi’. About 200 special guests including all the former coordinators associated with Bajrang Dal, 50 sages and saints have been invited to the programme.
This event holds special significance considering the contribution of Bajrang Dal in the Ram Mandir movement. It is believed that for the first time, the Temple Trust has given a platform to the workers associated with Bajrang Dal as a sign of respect and taking along all the constituents associated with the movement.
Bajrang Dal was founded by Vinay Katiyar
It is noteworthy that Bajrang Dal was founded by Vinay Katiyar, but he did not have an active presence in many major programs organized from the formation of Ram Mandir Trust to the construction of the temple. During this period, his displeasure continued to be expressed in his statements from time to time, especially his statements regarding Trust General Secretary Champat Rai were in discussion.
In such a situation, inviting Vinay Katiyar in a prominent role on this stage of Hanuman Jayanti is not only being considered as a religious event, but it is also being seen as an initiative for organizational coordination and bridging old differences.
Jaibhan Singh Pawaiya, who gave a strong base to Bajrang Dal in Madhya Pradesh and is currently the Chairman of the Finance Commission, has also been invited as a special guest in the program. For this, Bajrang Dal convenors Prakash Sharma and Surendra Jain have also been invited.
Pavaiya’s special contribution in Ram Mandir movement
According to VHP’s media in-charge Sharad Sharma, both Jaibhan Singh Pawaiya and Katiyar have held top positions in the organization and have played an important role in the expansion of Bajrang Dal at the national level. Pavaiya has made a special contribution to the Ram Mandir movement.
In 1995, when the Amarnath Yatra was disrupted due to threats from terrorists, Pawaiya gave a big message by traveling with thousands of Bajrangis. Since then the journey has continued continuously. If seen overall, this event seems to be not only a fulfillment of religious tradition, but also a symbol of organizational unity, respect for contribution and coordination.