In a significant statement that has stirred political circles, Kodimath seer Shivananda Shivayogi Rajendra Swami has forecasted major upheavals in Karnataka's political landscape following the festival of Makara Sankranti on January 15. The religious leader, during a private visit to Krishnarajapet in Mandya district, indicated that the ongoing confusion in state politics is set to resolve with a definitive change in leadership.
A Symbolic Prediction for Karnataka's Leadership
The seer made his remarks to reporters on Tuesday, using a powerful symbolic analogy. He stated, "The jasmine on Shiva's head must fall at Shiva's feet," strongly hinting at an imminent and clear resolution to the state's leadership question after the Sankranti festival. He clarified his position by saying he only reveals his foresight and does not claim to be a formal predictor or a scholar of scriptures.
Emphasizing the certainty of the change, Shivananda Shivayogi asserted that a shift in the chief minister's post is inevitable. He expressed confidence that the current political uncertainty plaguing Karnataka will soon come to an end, bringing a new phase of stability.
Warnings for National Politics and a Call for Social Reform
The seer's vision extended beyond state borders, issuing a caution for the national political scene. He warned that national politics may encounter significant problems after the festival of Ugadi and even suggested that incidents similar to recent bomb blasts could recur. Defending his foray into political commentary, he questioned why pontiffs should refrain from giving advice when politics profoundly affects every layer of society.
Shivananda Shivayogi also delivered a strong message for religious institutions, urging mutts to transform their practices. He stressed the need for these institutions to move away from caste-based traditions and actively work towards building a genuinely secular society. He labeled casteism a "curse on civilised life," calling for its eradication from social and religious structures.
Critique of Modern Politics and a Promise of More
The seer did not hold back in his critique of contemporary political culture. He voiced deep concern that principles and values have taken a backseat, allowing individuals with financial clout and real estate influence to gain undue prominence. According to him, this trend poses a serious threat to the health of Indian democracy.
Concluding his interaction, the Kodimath seer announced that he would address the media once again after the Makara Sankranti festival, suggesting that more revelations or clarifications might follow once the predicted changes begin to unfold.
