Aurangzeb's descendants are now rickshaw pullers, claims Yogi Adityanath
Aurangzeb's descendants are now rickshaw pullers, claims Yogi Adityanath
M.U.H
20/12/202429
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday courted controversy with his remarks on Mughal emperor Aurangzeb and his lineage. Speaking at an event in Uttar Pradesh, the BJP leader claimed that descendants of the controversial Mughal ruler are now living near Kolkata, earning their livelihood as rickshaw pullers.
Highlighting what he described as the "divine justice of history", Adityanath said, "Some told me that Aurangzeb's descendants are living near Kolkata, earning their livelihood as rickshaw pullers. Had Aurangzeb not defied divinity and engaged in destructive acts against temples and religious sites, his progeny might not have faced such circumstances".
Yogi Adityanath also expressed his dissatisfaction over the atrocities against Hindus in countries like Bangladesh, Pakistan and Afghanistan, urging the community to preserve Sanatana values.
"Our sages envisioned the concept of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' (the world is one family) thousands of years ago. Sanatan Dharma is the only religion that has offered refuge to all sects and faiths during times of crisis. However, has the same treatment been extended to Hindus in return? What transpired in Bangladesh, and earlier in Pakistan and Afghanistan, is a testimony to the challenges faced by Hindus," the Chief Minister said during a gathering at Asarfi Bhawan Peeth in Ayodhya.
Adityanath highlighted the historical destruction of Hindu temples, mentioning significant sites like Kashi Vishwanath Dham, Ayodhya, Sambhal (associated with Kalki Avatar), and Bhojpur. "Hindu temples have been repeatedly targeted over centuries," he added.
Aurangzeb, who ruled India in the 17th century, has been a polarising figure in Indian history. While some view him as a capable administrator, others criticise his religious policies and the destruction of temples during his regime.