UP Govt will reclaim every inch of land taken under the pretext of Waqf: Yogi Adityanath

Yogi Adityanath vows to reclaim Waqf land and highlights Sanatan Dharma’s legacy

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday said the State government will reclaim every inch of land that has been taken under the pretext of Waqf. Speaking at the ‘Maha Kumbh Mahasammelan‘ organized by a private news channel here, he claimed that the belief system of Sanatan Dharma represents the world’s oldest culture, standing above comparison with any religion or sect.

“I inherited a legacy that spans thousands of years, with its cultural and spiritual events equally ancient. The tradition of Sanatan is higher than the sky and beyond comparison,” Adityanath, according to an official statement, said. Taking a strong stance on the Waqf Board, he said, “It is hard to tell whether it is a Waqf Board or a board of land mafias.”

Chief Minister said his government has amended the Waqf Act and is actively investigating all “occupied” land. “We will reclaim every inch of land that has been taken under the pretext of Waqf and it will be used to build housing, educational institutions, and hospitals for the poor,” he affirmed. Highlighting the ancient heritage of Sanatan Dharma, Yogi asserted that the tradition of Kumbh far predates the Waqf institution.

“The stature of Sanatan Dharma is higher than the sky and its depth deeper than the ocean. It cannot be compared to any sect or religion,” he said. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath strongly criticized the Samajwadi Party (SP) and its leaders, alleging that they failed to uphold the principles of (socialist leader) Dr Ram Manohar Lohia. He reminded me that Dr Lohia had once said, “If you want to understand India, study the traditions of Ram, Krishna, and Shiva. Those who claim to follow the ideals of Lohia never truly understood his words.”

Addressing the dispute over religious sites in Sambhal, the chief minister pointed out that the Puranas mention Sambhal as the birthplace of Kalki, the tenth incarnation of Lord Shri Hari Vishnu. He condemned attempts to encroach on religious sites by damaging them, stating, “Our government took decisive action based on the court’s order and sent a clear message to the rioters.”

Highlighting the development of Ayodhya, he said, “We have transformed Ayodhya into a centre of development and heritage. Those who once opposed Ayodhya’s progress have no moral authority to visit the city now.” On religious conversion and “ghar wapsi“, he said, “If someone genuinely wishes to return to their original faith from the heart, they should be welcomed. This reflects a conscious respect for religion and tradition.”

Discussing national and Hindu unity, Adityanath emphasized that Sanatan Dharma has always held the highest position, asserting that Hindu unity and national unity go hand in hand. “History bears witness that division has always led to weakness, unity has made us invincible. That is why I have always maintained ‘Batenge to katenge, ek rahenge to nek rahenge‘ (Divided we fall, united we thrive),” he said.

Criticizing the opposition, Yogi accused certain groups of attempting to divide the society along caste and religious lines, calling them forces conspiring to weaken the nation. He asserted that the people of the country have grown more aware and are no longer susceptible to such divisive tactics.

He emphasized the profound significance of the Maha Kumbh during the event and explained that after the ‘Devasura Sangram‘ (the battle between gods and demons), drops of nectar fell at four sacred locations — Prayagraj, Haridwar, Ujjain, and Nashik.

The Maha Kumbh at these sites has served as a platform for shaping India’s knowledge, ideology, and social direction throughout history, he said. The Maha Kumbh is more than just a religious gathering and it symbolises India’s spiritual heritage and national unity, he added.

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