Controversy arises as 95 people join Sanatan Dharma in presence of Dhirendra Shastri

Controversy arises as 95 people join Sanatan Dharma after being offered incentives to convert from Christianity.

On Sunday, about 95 people from 50 families in Sagar joined the Sanatan Dharma in the presence of Dhirendra Krishna Shastri of Bageshwar Dham. The event took place on the concluding day of Shrimad Bhagwat Katha, and the 95 people had previously become Christians.

Shastri offered a yellow scarf and announced that the individuals were now a part of Sanatan Dharma. He also stated that those who attempt to separate people from their religion will not survive on Indian soil, as they are harmful to the Sanatan religion. He added that people might go to any extent to harm him, but he had no fear.

Around 95 people  joined the Sanatan Dharma

The members who joined the Sanatan Dharma informed that they were offered a goat, money, mosquito net, and promised a good life. They had been baptised about three months ago. One of the women members said that the pastor had told them to remove their mangal sutra and bindi because they had become Christians.

The incident has sparked controversy and debate regarding religious conversions in India. While some individuals believe that everyone has the right to choose their religion freely, others argue that conversion through coercion or enticement is unacceptable. The issue of religious conversions has been a contentious topic in India, with various laws and regulations being implemented to address the matter.

Mahant Dhirendra Shastri the follower of Sanatan Dharma

It is essential to note that the right to freedom of religion is guaranteed under the Indian Constitution. Individuals have the freedom to practice, profess, and propagate their religion without fear of discrimination or persecution. However, any act that violates this right or coerces individuals to convert to a different religion is deemed unconstitutional.