Monks from ISKCON in Kolkata were seen chanting bhajans as they headed to vote, with a strong message encouraging citizens to step out and participate in the election process.
ISKCON monks chant ‘Hare Krishna’ and sing bhajans as they walk together to cast their votes during the final phase of Assembly elections in Kolkata. | ANI
Monks of the ISKCON in Kolkata were seen chanting “Hare Krishna” and singing bhajans as they stepped out to cast their votes in the second and final phase of the Assembly elections.
The visuals from the city showed the group moving together towards polling booths, invoking religious chants as part of what they described as a cultural practice before undertaking an important task.
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ISKCON Kolkata Vice President and spokesperson Radharaman Das said the act of remembering God before voting reflects Indian traditions.
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“This is Indian culture. We should remember God before doing anything. We are all going together to vote. Therefore, we should remember God before doing any auspicious work. That is what we are doing,” he said.
Calling on citizens to participate in the electoral process, he added, “If power falls into the hands of the wrong people, people are oppressed. So everyone should exercise their right to vote.”
Das also referred to voter turnout in the earlier phase. “We also know that Bengal saw 93% voting in the first phase, which I believe is the best in India. So, the people of Bengal are awakened. Bengal always shows the way, and we want everyone to come out of their homes this time, and ensure 99% voting,” he said.
The ISKCON leader also commented on the broader social climate. “The situation across India is that Hindus, especially Hindus, are on the back foot. Name one place or state in India where Hindus are not on the back foot. People want to destroy the eternal culture of India. This is very unfortunate. It’s really important for every Hindu to think, consider, and vote wisely,” he said.
#WATCH | Kolkata, West Bengal: ISKCON Kolkata Vice President and spokesperson Radharaman Das says, “This is Indian culture. We should remember God before doing anything. We are all going together to vote. Therefore, we should remember God before doing any auspicious work. That is… https://t.co/EfpI3g635C pic.twitter.com/d2V7THrxsh
— ANI (@ANI) April 29, 2026
The polling in West Bengal is being held in phases, with the final round witnessing voters turning up across constituencies.
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