Janasena Party chief and Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan announced the formation of a new wing of the party, the Narasimha Varahi Brigade, dedicated to protecting Sanatana Dharma.

“I respect all religions, but I stand firm on my faith. Those who criticize Sanatana Dharma on social media or speak about it in a disrespectful manner will have to face the consequences. This is why I am creating a dedicated wing within our party named ‘Narasimha Varahi Brigade’ for protection of Sanatana Dharma,” Kalyan said, explaining the purpose of the new brigade.

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The decision follows the row over Tirupati Ladoo

The announcement follows recent allegations regarding the use of adulterated ghee in prasadam at the Sri Venkateswara Swamy temple in Tirumala.

Last month, Kalyan advocated for a robust national law to protect Sanatana Dharma and prevent actions that disrespect its beliefs. At the Varahi Declaration event in Tirupati, he said, “A strong national law is needed to protect Sanatana Dharma and prevent any attack on its beliefs. This law should be enacted immediately and implemented uniformly across Bharat.

Pawan Kalyan proposed establishing a Sanatana Dharma Protection Council at the national and state levels to oversee the implementation of this law, with dedicated funding for its activities. Additionally, he stressed the need for Sanatana Dharma certification to ensure the purity of materials used for temple offerings and prasadam.

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“There should be no cooperation with those who defame or spread hatred against Sanatana Dharma,” Kalyan added. “Certification would ensure that only pure materials are used for offerings, thereby preserving the sanctity of our temples.”

On Saturday, Kalyan also spoke about his ties with the Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Temple in IS Jaganathapuram, which he has supported since 2009. He pledged to ₹$4.5 million for its development, including a protective wall and the construction of a temple, and promised an investigation into unauthorized excavations near the temple site.