Jains and Sikhs part of Hindu dharma, claims Pejawar seer

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July 6, 2019

Udupi, Jul 6: Vishwesha Tirtha Swami, the chief pontiff of Pejawar Mutt and veteran Hindutva ideologue has claimed that Jains and Sikhas are also part of Hindu dharma.

Addressing newsmen here yesterday, the seer said: “I personally feel that Sikhs and Jains are also Hindus. It was during the British rule that identities were created for Sikhs and other communities.

“Now, even Jains are attending programmes of the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP),” he said.

The seer said he was ready for a debate on the issue of Lingayat being Hindu in a peaceful atmosphere at any place.

He said that such a debate or discussion could be held at the Poornaprajna Vidyapeetha in Bengaluru or any other place by July 28 or in Mysuru after July 28, where he will be undertaking his Chaturmasya Vrata.

The former Revenue Secretary S.M. Jamdar had invited him to debate on the issue after his fifth Paryaya (2016-18). The Sanehalli seer, Home Minister M.B. Patil and others such as Vinay Kulkarni had also given statements on this issue. “All I want is that the debate should be held in a peaceful manner,” he said.

The Pejawar seer said that his recent statement at Harihar that Lingayat was part of Hinduism and that Veerashaivas and Lingayats were one had drawn different reactions.

“Lingayats and Hindus are the same. Those who worship Lord Shiva and do Linga Puja are Hindus as Shiva is a Hindu god. If those worshipping Shiva and Linga are not Hindus, then who are Hindus?” he asked.

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Swamiji what about Daliths, Harijans, Okkaligas , and Kurubas.

Har dhin naya dailogue a new ala khal kuch bhi yard nah. That is his speciality. Sikhs are alwas Sikhs they never reply to your this controversy

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A Tragic End—Mortal Remains of Entrepreneur Mumtaz Ali Found In River

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October 7,2024

Mangaluru, Oct 7: In a heartbreaking turn of events, the search for Mumtaz Ali, chairman of Misbah Group of Educational Institutions, ended with the discovery of his mortal remains in the Phalguni river near Kulur. The somber discovery came after an exhaustive search, leaving a community in shock and sorrow.

He is the younger brother of former MLA Mohuiddin Bawa and former MLC B M Farookh.

The incident has taken a deeply distressing turn with the filing of an FIR against six individuals, including a woman, who are accused of pushing Ali to a tragic end.

The accused allegedly blackmailed Ali, fabricating a story about his involvement in an illicit relationship with the woman. Reports suggest that they extorted Rs 50 lakh from Ali and were unrelenting, demanding an additional Rs 50 lakh from him, casting a shadow over his final days.

The complaint, lodged by Ali’s grieving brother, accuses these individuals of driving him to despair through relentless blackmail and false accusations, ultimately leading him to take the tragic step.

In the early hours of Sunday, Ali left his home at 3 am, heading towards Suratkal, perhaps seeking some solace. A minor accident occurred when his car collided with a private bus near MCF. Despite the mishap, he offered a heartfelt apology to the bus driver and conductor—a gesture that now echoes with the pain of his unspoken struggles. After the collision, Ali made a U-turn near Panambur circle, driving back towards Kulur bridge, where his journey came to a sorrowful end.

Ali’s last moments hold an even deeper sadness, as he left behind a voice message in Byari, naming an individual who had been tormenting him mentally. Sent to his daughter and a close friend, the message revealed the unbearable burden he was carrying, hinting at his final decision to end his suffering.

This tragic loss has left the community and his loved ones grappling with unanswered questions and a profound sense of grief. As the investigation unfolds, the memory of Mumtaz Ali lingers, a reminder of the silent battles that too often go unseen.

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