A Senior Official in Ayodhya Just Resigned Over an Insult to Yogi Adityanath:

This isn't your typical workplace resignation. A high-ranking government official in Ayodhya has just quit his job, and the reason has sent ripples through political and religious circles in Uttar Pradesh.

Prashant Singh, who served as a Deputy Commissioner in the GST department, decided to give up his secure, prestigious position. His reason? He was deeply upset by critical remarks made by Shankaracharya Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati, a prominent Hindu seer, against UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath.

It seems the Shankaracharya's comments, which Singh described as "indecent," crossed a line for him. In his resignation letter, which quickly went public, Singh explained that he simply couldn't continue in his role while a figure he deeply respects was being targeted.

For Prashant Singh, this wasn't just a political critique; he viewed it as a direct insult to the sacred position Yogi Adityanath holds as the head of the Gorakshpeeth, a revered monastery. He felt that the comments were an attack on Sanatan Dharma itself and that his conscience wouldn't allow him to stay silent and continue his government duties.

It’s a powerful and unusual move. In a world where people hold onto coveted government jobs for life, Singh's decision to sacrifice his career out of personal conviction and loyalty is striking. He made it clear that his faith and his respect for his spiritual and political leaders were more important than his profession.

This incident highlights the intense emotions at the intersection of faith and politics in Uttar Pradesh, especially in a city like Ayodhya. Prashant Singh’s resignation is more than just a news story; it’s a personal statement that has everyone talking about the deep-seated loyalties that drive people to make extraordinary life choices.