- Swami Avimukteshwaranand has given CM Yogi 40 days to declare the cow as “Mother of the State.”
- He is demanding a complete ban on cow slaughter and beef exports in Uttar Pradesh.
- The saint warned he will label CM Yogi a “fake Hindu” at a major gathering in Lucknow if demands are not met.
Lucknow: Swami Avimukteshwaranand cow ban ultimatum has intensified political and religious debate in Uttar Pradesh after he issued a strong warning to Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath.
Speaking at a press conference in Varanasi, the Shankaracharya demanded that the state government officially declare the cow as the “Mother of the State” and enforce a complete ban on beef exports within the next 40 days.
Swami Avimukteshwaranand Sets 40-Day Deadline for Cow Protection
Swami Avimukteshwaranand stated that if the Uttar Pradesh government fails to implement stricter cow protection laws, he will publicly denounce CM Yogi as a “fake Hindu.”
The declaration is expected to be made at a saints’ gathering scheduled in Lucknow on March 10-11.
He stressed that cow slaughter and meat exports must be fully prohibited as part of Hindu religious commitments.
Tensions Rise Between Shankaracharya and UP Government
The saint compared the current situation to the events of 1966, alleging harassment similar to what religious leader Karpatri Ji Maharaj faced in the past.
He claimed that CM Yogi and his close associate Rambhadracharya were working against him and attempting to undermine his position.
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Swami Avimukteshwaranand also revealed that the government had demanded proof of his Shankaracharya status within 24 hours.
Swami Claims Proof Submitted, Challenges CM Yogi’s Hindu Identity
According to the Shankaracharya, he has already provided documents confirming his religious title.
He noted that the Uttar Pradesh government has not rejected his evidence even after 15 days, which he says validates his claim.
He then questioned whether CM Yogi’s actions align with true Hindu principles.
Possible Magh Purnima Holy Dip in Prayagraj
Meanwhile, Swami Avimukteshwaranand may participate in the Magh Purnima bath at the Magh Mela in Prayagraj on February 1.
His media in-charge, Shailendra Yogiraj, stated that the administration remains in active communication with the saint.
He added that if officials apologize and escort the Shankaracharya respectfully to the bathing site, he will proceed with the sacred ritual.
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