Bengal CM: "Read the Gītā without hesitation"; 10-lakh-voice recitation planned for 29 December
Speaking at a Gītā recitation in Kolkata, Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari told citizens that "times have changed" and they need not fear practising their faith.
Sunday, 27 September 2026, 18:53 ISTBy Dharma & Bharat Bulletin Desk · 2 min read
- ANI
Speaking at a Gītā recitation in Kolkata, Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari told citizens that "times have changed" and they need not fear practising their faith. A mass recitation organised by the Bangur Jagran Manch and the VHP is planned for 29 December, and RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat is expected to attend.
Key data
10 lakh participants targeted.
Why it matters
It marks a visible shift in how the Bengal government engages with Hindu religious events.
GK: did you know?
The Bhagavad Gītā has 700 ślokas in 18 chapters, within the Bhīṣma Parva of the Mahābhārata.
