Baba Ramdev sends Raksha Bandhan gift to Kangana Ranaut, calls for end to hatred
Synopsis
Baba Ramdev's decision to send sweets and a gift to Kangana Ranaut on Raksha Bandhan is more than a seasonal gesture — it is a public olive branch after his own criticism of her ‘Generation Gutter’ remark. The move reframes a sharp public spat as a teachable moment on dialogue, with Ramdev using the festival to push a wider message against caste and community discrimination.
Key Takeaways
Baba Ramdev announced on 28 August he was sending a gift and sweets by post to Kangana Ranaut on Raksha Bandhan .
The gesture follows a public exchange after Ramdev objected to Ranaut’s ‘Generation Gutter’ comment about protesters at Jantar Mantar .
Ramdev called for disputes to be resolved through dialogue and said he had ‘completely given up all animosity.’ He appealed for an end to discrimination based on caste, community, or gender , citing Vedic principles.
Ramdev also called on ruling and Opposition parties to symbolically tie rakhis to promote national unity.
Patanjali Yoga Samiti and Patanjali Yogpeeth pledged relief support for victims of Nepal flash floods .
Yoga guru Baba Ramdev on Friday, 28 August announced he was sending a gift and sweets by post to actress and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Kangana Ranaut on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan, calling for an end to hatred and hostility across Indian society. The gesture comes days after a public exchange between the two over Ranaut's controversial “Generation Gutter” remark.
Background: The Controversy That Preceded the Gesture
Ranaut had drawn sharp criticism after referring to protesters at Jantar Mantar with the phrase “Generation Gutter,” triggering backlash from sections of the entertainment industry and public life. Baba Ramdev had been among those who publicly objected to her remarks, resulting in a direct exchange between the two public figures. The Raksha Bandhan outreach, therefore, carries the weight of a public reconciliation.
What Ramdev Said
Speaking to reporters in Haridwar, Ramdev said: “I am sending this gift and these sweets to our sister, Kangana Ranaut, by post. There should be no hatred in the country for any reason, and there should be no hostility towards one another. That is why we have completely given up all animosity. Any dispute should be resolved through dialogue. Today, I will also call Kangana to wish her on Raksha Bandhan.”
Appeal for Caste and Community Harmony
Ramdev used the occasion to invoke the broader cultural significance of Raksha Bandhan, citing mythological precedent. “Draupadi tied rakhi to Lord Krishna and Brahmins tied rakhi to Kshatriyas. This country has been a worshipper of knowledge and valour, and Raksha Bandhan is a festival of love between brothers and sisters,” he said.
He further urged that all Indians — “Brahmins, Kshatriyas, Vaishyas, Shudras, Dalits, SCs and STs” — should be free from discrimination based on caste or community. “We should follow the Vedic perspective, which does not discriminate on the basis of caste or community, male or female, or any gender,” he added. Ramdev also called on ruling and Opposition parties to symbolically tie rakhis to send a message of unity to society.
Ramdev on Nepal Flash Floods
Addressing the flash floods in Nepal, Ramdev said members of Patanjali Yoga Samiti and Patanjali Yogpeeth were committed to assisting those affected. “What happened in Nepal is extremely tragic. Our fellow Indians, Nepalese brothers and others have lost their lives, and many of our loved ones have been separated from us. It is deeply painful,” he said, describing the disaster as a grave crisis for nature and the environment.
The twin messaging — personal reconciliation with Ranaut and a broader appeal for social harmony — positions Ramdev as a mediating voice ahead of what remains a politically charged cultural moment.
Point of View
And his framing of Raksha Bandhan as a vehicle for social reform is not new; what is new is deploying it to absorb a controversy of his own making. Whether Ranaut publicly reciprocates will determine whether this lands as genuine reconciliation or a one-sided headline.
NationPress
28 Aug 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Baba Ramdev send a gift to Kangana Ranaut on Raksha Bandhan?
Baba Ramdev sent sweets and a gift to Kangana Ranaut as a gesture of reconciliation after a public dispute over her ‘Generation Gutter’ remark about protesters at Jantar Mantar. Ramdev had previously objected to the comment, and the Raksha Bandhan outreach was his way of signalling that the animosity had been set aside in favour of dialogue.
What was Kangana Ranaut’s 'Generation Gutter' controversy?
Kangana Ranaut, BJP MP and actress, used the phrase ‘Generation Gutter’ while criticising protesters at Jantar Mantar, drawing widespread backlash from the entertainment industry and public figures including Baba Ramdev. The remark sparked a direct public exchange between Ranaut and Ramdev before his Raksha Bandhan gesture.
What did Baba Ramdev say about caste discrimination on Raksha Bandhan?
Ramdev appealed for all Indians — across caste groups including Brahmins, Kshatriyas, Dalits, SCs, and STs — to be free from social discrimination. He cited Vedic principles as a framework that does not differentiate on the basis of caste, community, or gender, and called on political parties to symbolically tie rakhis to reinforce this message.
What did Ramdev say about the Nepal flash floods?
Ramdev described the Nepal flash floods as ‘extremely tragic,’ noting the loss of Indian and Nepalese lives. He confirmed that Patanjali Yoga Samiti and Patanjali Yogpeeth members were committed to providing relief to those affected by the disaster.
Where did Baba Ramdev make these remarks?
Baba Ramdev made these remarks while speaking to reporters in Haridwar on Friday, 28 August, on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan.
