VHP-Bajrang Dal leader Rocky Panigrahi, speaking at a Hanuman Janmotsav event, called on people to mobilise against what he described as “anti-Hindu activities,” alleging that Dalit and Tribal communities are being targeted by misleading religious conversions and conspiracies. He also claimed that “jihadi elements” attack Hindus during festivals such as Ram Navami and Hanuman Jayanti, and urged “strong resistance,” stating that if necessary, people should be prepared to “draw swords” and confront them.