Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath declared on Sunday that individuals who harbor hatred for India and its identity have no place in the country.

Speaking at the Bithur Mahotsav in Kanpur, he lambasted those who, in his view, have historically undermined India’s faith, culture, and honor by idolizing foreign invaders. "One who cannot respect the great men and freedom fighters of this nation has no place here," Adityanath said emphatically.

In a fiery address, the chief minister criticized those who celebrate figures he described as aggressors against India’s eternal culture, women, and spiritual beliefs. "Those who attacked India’s faith, dishonored its daughters, and sought to crush its heritage can never be ideals for this country or its people," he asserted, calling for a rejection of such misplaced admiration.

Adityanath pointed to a recent statement by Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, who remarked during Indonesia’s Republic Day parade that a DNA test would reveal Indian ancestry. Calling it an "eye-opener," he suggested this should prompt reflection among those in India who revere foreign invaders over homegrown heroes.

The chief minister urged citizens to honor iconic figures like Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, Maharana Pratap, and Guru Gobind Singh, whose legacies define India’s resilience. He expressed optimism that this shift in perspective would foster respect for these warriors and revolutionaries, inspiring contributions toward a greater India.

Adityanath’s remarks underscored his vision of a nation united in pride for its past.