Bollywood actress and politician Kangana Ranaut, who is MP of Mandi, Himachal Pradesh, recently reacted to the ongoing debate around Sara Ali Khan and the new entry rule at Kedarnath and Badrinath temples. The issue began after the temple committee proposed that non-Hindus must submit an affidavit declaring faith in Sanatan Dharma. Kangana’s strong statement has added a fresh dimension to the discussion, which has already sparked mixed reactions across social media and political circles.
Kangana Ranaut’s Reaction On Kedarnath Badrinath New Entry Rule
Kangana Ranaut expressed her views on this issue before a session of parliament when she was asked about this controversy. She said that Sara Ali Khan should not hesitate to submit the affidavit if required.
She said, “Sab Sanatani hai. Yahan pe jo bhi hai, sab Sanatani hai. Kyunki hamara jab janam hua hai..Sanatan matlab jiska naa aadi hai na ant. Sare religion hazaar, pandra sau saal puraane hai. Sanatan hi hai jo satya hai. To vo bhi Sanatani hi hai. Ab unko satya likhne mai kya ghabrahat? Likh dijiye.”
Her statement showed her perception of all being connected to Sanatan Dharma in some form.
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Why The Committee Made This Rule?
The matter started after Hemant Dwivedi, chairman of the Badri-Kedar Temple Committee, presented a proposal regarding temple entry. According to Dwivedi, non-Hindus visiting these temples as devotees will have to sign an affidavit stating that they believe in Sanatan Dharma and Hindutva before entering the Kedarnath and Badrinath temples. This proposal has been allegedly sent to the Uttarakhand government ahead of the start of the Char Dham Yatra in April.
Temple Committee's Statement On Sara Ali Khan
On being asked specifically about Sara, Hemant Dwivedi stated, “If Sara Ali Khan declares that she has faith and devotion towards Sanatan, and then submits an affidavit for it, then she will be granted darshan.” This statement of his put Sara Ali Khan in the spotlight because of her mixed religious background.
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When Sara Talked About Her Connection To Kedarnath
Sara Ali Khan has often visited Kedarnath over the years. She once stated her reason for her personal connection with the location by stating, “I don’t go to Kedarnath so I can get love for it. I did a movie, and I got love for it. I am grateful for that love. But my personal trip to Kedarnath, with due respect to anybody who likes it or hates it, is not about any of you. It’s about me. And I feel comfortable there. I feel peaceful there. I feel happy there.” Her statement reflects that her visits are deeply personal and not influenced by public opinion.