“CJI BR Gavai’s ‘Respect All Religions’ claim falls flat as Hindus demand Unconditional Apology over Lord Vishnu remarks”, Hindu Existence, September 18, 2025:
“Chief Justice of India (CJI) BR Gavai has found himself embroiled in controversy after his remarks on a plea seeking the restoration of a Lord Vishnu idol in Khajuraho sparked outrage among the Hindu community. While dismissing the plea, CJI Gavai suggested that the petitioner pray and meditate, and even jokingly advised changing his deity from Lord Vishnu to Lord Shiva.
The Controversy
The controversy began when a bench headed by CJI Gavai refused to entertain a plea filed by Rakesh Dalal, seeking directions to reconstruct and reinstall a seven-foot idol of Lord Vishnu at the Javari Temple in Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh. The idol was ransacked by the Islamic invaders as per historical records. The CJI termed the plea a “publicity interest litigation” and advised the petitioner to approach the deity himself.
Hindu Community’s Reaction
The Hindu community has strongly reacted to CJI Gavai’s remarks, demanding an unconditional apology for hurting their sentiments. Upananda Brahmachari, a Hindu interlocutor, questioned CJI Gavai’s claim of respecting all religions, given his comments on Lord Vishnu……”
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