Acharya Dhirendra Shastri Announces Unity March for Yamuna River Purity

Acharya Dhirendra Shastri, a prominent spiritual leader, has raised alarms about the pollution of the Yamuna River while announcing a significant 'Sanatan Hindu Unity March' aimed at uniting Hindus. The march will take place from November 7 to November 16, covering the route from Delhi to Vrindavan. Shastri expressed his astonishment at the river's purity in Uttarkashi compared to its polluted state in other regions. His statements also included strong political messages emphasizing unity among Hindus and support for Ram. This initiative aims to bring together followers of Sanatan Dharma and promote environmental awareness regarding the Yamuna's condition.

By Narendra Chaudhary Nov 5, 2025, 18:01 IST

Concerns Raised Over Yamuna's Purity

On Wednesday, spiritual leader Acharya Dhirendra Shastri, head of the Bageshwar Dham government, conducted a prayer ceremony alongside poet Kumar Vishwas by the banks of the Yamuna River in Barkot, Uttarkashi. During this event, he expressed his worries regarding the river's cleanliness and announced a significant 'Sanatan Hindu Unity March.'

Surprised by the River's Condition

After the rituals at the Yamuna's banks, Acharya Dhirendra Shastri expressed astonishment at the river's purity, lamenting the polluted state of the Yamuna in the Braj region and Delhi (Indraprastha). He remarked, 'Here, the water of Mother Yamuna is as pure as gold. I was shocked to see such purity here, while it is absent in Braj and Delhi. It broke my heart.' He pledged to work towards restoring the river to its original pristine condition.

Announcement of the 'Sanatan Hindu Unity March'

Acharya Dhirendra Shastri has declared a major march aimed at promoting Hindu unity. This march is set to commence on November 7 and will continue until November 16, with the route stretching from Delhi to Vrindavan. The primary goal of this initiative is to unite Hindus and bring together followers of Sanatan Dharma. During his address, Shastri firmly stated that there will be no 'tanatani' in this country, only 'sanatani.'

Political and Religious Statements

In his speech, he also made pointed political and religious remarks, asserting, 'There will be no 'Ghazwa-e-Hind' in this country, only 'Bhagwa-e-Hind.' Those who support Ram will be celebrated, while those who oppose him will not.'