NEW DELHI: Kerala Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Okay Surendran has ignited a heated debate by promising to rename Sultan Bathery city in Wayanad to Ganapativattam if he emerges victorious within the upcoming Lok Sabha election. The proposal, which hinges on historic arguments, seeks to revert the city’s title to its authentic title, Ganapativattam, asserting that it was modified throughout Tipu Sultan’s invasion.
Questioning Tipu Sultan’s Legacy
In a latest interview, Surendran questioned the legacy of Tipu Sultan, asking, “Who is Tipu Sultan?” and difficult his relevance to the folks of Wayanad. He emphasised the significance of restoring the city’s authentic title, Ganapativattam, suggesting that it symbolizes its affiliation with Lord Ganesh.
State BJP president and candidate for the Wayanad Lok Sabha seat Okay. Surendran introduced that he’ll change the title of Sultan Bathery city to its authentic title Ganapathivattam if he wins. pic.twitter.com/gYwmb2U8KR
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Complex History & Allegations Of Religious Atrocities
Surendran’s proposal delves into the intricate historical past of the area, notably its resistance in opposition to Tipu Sultan’s invasion. He alleges that Tipu Sultan perpetrated non secular atrocities in Wayanad and Malabar, resulting in the conversion of Hindus and assaults on temples. Surendran accuses each his political rivals, the Communist Party of India (Marxist)-led Left Democratic Alliance and the Congress-led United Democratic Front, of aligning with the ideology of Tipu Sultan and renaming the city Sultan Bathery.
Honouring Historical Roots
According to Surendran, renaming Sultan Bathery to Ganapativattam wouldn’t solely honour its historic roots but additionally pay homage to those that valiantly opposed international aggression. The proposal underscores the importance of preserving native heritage amidst political discourse.
Elections In Kerala
Surendran’s stance provides a brand new dimension to the electoral panorama in Wayanad, the place he is contesting in opposition to the Communist Party of India (CPI)’s Annie Raja and the sitting Congress MP, Rahul Gandhi. The upcoming Lok Sabha elections in Kerala, slated for April 26, are poised to witness heightened political fervour as varied events vie for supremacy within the state, which sends 20 parliamentarians to the Lok Sabha. The consequence of this electoral battle will undoubtedly form the political trajectory of the area.
