As the state assembly elections in Rajasthan draw near, both the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Congress have intensified their campaign efforts. However, the Congress party is showcasing a different strategy this time around. Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot’s government schemes and relief measures aimed at combating inflation have garnered significant praise across Rajasthan. Initiatives such as free electricity, the Chiranjeevi Yojana, and the Pashu Kamdhenu Yojana have directly benefited the general public, earning widespread support.
In addition to these welfare programs, Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot has embarked on a path of soft Hindutva, highlighting his faith and devotion. Gehlot has undertaken a series of visits to various temples in the state, emphasizing his commitment to religious practices. The Chief Minister’s recent endeavours include prayer rituals and visits to prominent temples.
In September, Gehlot paid homage at the revered Tanot Mata Temple in Jaisalmer, a place of great religious significance. More recently, he conducted a puja (worship) at the Tripura Sundari temple in Banswara. Adding to this list, Gehlot visited the Govind Dev Ji temple, where he performed puja and offered prayers. As part of the budget announcement, the Chief Minister allocated a substantial amount of 100 crore rupees for the development of the Govind Dev Ji temple. Gehlot has directed officials to expedite the temple’s development, including the construction of a corridor and other infrastructure in the temple’s vicinity.
The Department of Devasthan, under the Ashok Gehlot government, has also organized grand Bhagwat Katha events, which involve the narration of stories from the Bhagavad Gita, in several temples. These events, organised on such a large scale, signify a notable shift in the government’s approach toward promoting religious and cultural activities.
In the coming days, a workshop for Congress legislators is scheduled to take place in Salasar, Churu. Salasar is home to a magnificent temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman.