Chitrakoot, July 31 -- Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath today said that while many kings and rulers surrendered to foreign invaders, saints like Tulsidas awakened public consciousness through a powerful blend of devotion and strength.



Speaking at 'Tulsi Jayanti' celebrations in Chitrakoot, the CM noted that Tulsidas chose not the sword but spiritual resistance- through Ramleela and the Ramcharitmanas.

"Around 500 years ago, when this village likely faced great hardship and lacked resources, a divine soul was born. Even in childhood, he surrendered himself at the feet of Lord Ram," he said. He added that at a time when Emperor Akbar was expanding his empire and many were struggling to gain a place in his court, Tulsidas, kn...