Rohit Chakratirtha calls for Brahmins to emulate Jews' global success
Shivamogga: Rohit Chakratirtha, the former chairman of the Textbook Revision Committee, made controversial statements suggesting that Brahmins should emulate the global success of Jews. He expressed these views during a program organized by Vipra Sneha Balaga in Shivamogga, where he attended to felicitate Shivamogga MLA S.N. Channabasappa.
Chakratirtha asserted that Brahmins, who are considered the highest caste in Hindu society, should rise up like Jews have done globally. He claimed that Brahmins are the accepted authorities on religious doctrines and even hold positions within the Communist Party. However, he noted that Brahmins often become enemies of their own community. To overcome this, Chakratirtha emphasized the need for Brahmins to live as "Brahmakshatriyas," combining intellectual and warrior qualities, and strive for success in all areas of life.
He expressed concern that Brahmins are looked down upon in the country's social structure, a situation he attributed to a British conspiracy that began around 100 years ago.
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Drawing parallels with the Jewish community, Chakratirtha highlighted their historical struggle and achievements. He pointed out that Jews were marginalized for 2,500 years but managed to flourish as scholars and intellectual leaders. Despite comprising only 5% of the global population, Jews earned acceptance and respect across various fields. Chakratirtha also mentioned their diligent approach to menial tasks, such as garbage sweeping.
Chakratirtha emphasized that Brahmins should aspire to be an intellectual force in the world, following the example set by Jews. He called for Brahmins to actively pursue success in diverse fields and strengthen themselves economically. He encouraged them not to bow down before anyone, implying the need for self-empowerment and confidence.
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13 lakh litres of 'Rail Neer' supplied to train passengers daily: Government
New Delhi (PTI): Approximately 13 lakh litres of packaged drinking water -- 'Rail Neer' -- are being supplied to train passengers across the railway network daily, the government informed the Lok Sabha in a written reply on Wednesday.
Apprising the Lower House about the Indian Railways' endeavour to provide safe and potable drinking water facilities at all stations, the government also provided zone-wise details of the water vending machines (WVMs) installed there.
"To ensure the quality of drinking water being made available at the railway stations, instructions exist for periodical checking and required corrective action to be taken.
"Regular inspection and maintenance of drinking water facilities is carried out and complaints are attended to promptly," Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said while responding to a question raised by BJP MP Anup Sanjay Dhotre seeking to know the supply of drinking water at railway stations across the country
"Complaints regarding deficiency in services, including water supply, are received through various channels such as public complaints, web portals, social media, etc. These complaints are received at various levels, including the Railway Board, zonal railways, division office, etc.," Vaishnaw said.
"The complaints so received are forwarded to the concerned wings of Railways and necessary action is taken to check and address them. As receipt of such complaints and action taken thereon is a continuous and dynamic process, a centralised compendium of these is not maintained," he added.
Providing zone-wise details of water vending machines, the minister said 954 such machines have been installed across railway stations.
"The Indian Railways also provides safe and affordable packaged drinking water bottles -- Rail Neer -- approved by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) in trains and at stations," Vaishnaw said.
"Approximately, 13 lakh litres of Rail Neer are being supplied per day to the travelling passengers in trains and at stations across the Indian Railways network," he added.
