Mangaluru, Mar 22: Udupi Pejawar mutt chief Swami Vishwaprasanna Teertha has asked people to be wary of attempts to disturb unity of Hindus.
Delivering the benedictory address at a religious convention here on Sunday, he said Hindus should be cautious about attempts to hurt their religious sentiments.
The Swami, also trustee of Ayodhya Sri Ram Janma Boomi Seva Trust, said evil forces were trying to destroy the distinct identity of Hindus and the Hindu society should stand together to face any such aggression.
He said the Sri Ram Mandir movement has succeeded after a long battle and, "it is our duty to impart knowledge about the ideals followed by Lord Ram to children and protect the Hindu culture."
Vishwa Hindu Parishad working president M B Puranik, Tulu folklore scholar K K Pejawar, Bajrang Dal district convener Puneet Attavar and divisional secretary Sharan Pumpwell were among those who spoke.

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Bidar: Ayatullah Professor Abdul Majeed Hakim Elahi, the Representative of the Supreme Leader of Iran in India during his visit to Shaheen Knowledge City on Monday visited the Shaheen Group of Institutions.
Dr. Abdul Qadeer, Chairman of Shaheen Group of Institutions welcomed Professor Abdul Majeed Hakim Elahi.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Qadeer highlighted the historic and civilisational relationship between India and Iran and the centuries-old cultural, educational, and academic exchanges between the two nations.
Furthermore, he emphasized that both countries share deep-rooted ties in knowledge, language, and scientific traditions, which continue to strengthen cooperation even today.
During his visit, Ayatullah Hakim Elahi addressed a large gathering of students and faculty at Shaheen PU College.
Addressing the gathering, Ayatullah Hakim Elahi spoke on the importance of science, technology, and development, stressing that nations progress through innovation, research, and strong educational institutions.
He also encouraged students to aim for excellence in emerging fields such as biotechnology, space science, cyber technology, and nanotechnology.
During the visit, discussions were also held on future academic collaborations between Indian institutions and leading universities in Iran, particularly in advanced scientific and technological sectors.
Ayatullah Hakim Elahi also commended the remarkable contribution of the Shaheen Group of Institutions in transforming the lives of students, especially those from underprivileged and Madrasa backgrounds, by providing quality education and opportunities in professional fields.
As part of his visit, Ayatullah Hakim Elahi also toured the historic Mahmud Gawan Madrasa and commended its legacy as a centre of learning.
