Swami Vivekananda’s View Cited in Defense of Culinary Freedom in West Bengal

Samik Bhatta Charya invoked the teachings of Swami Vivekananda to reinforce his stance on personal freedom. He noted that Vivekananda advocated for the right of individuals to decide their own way of life, including what they eat. The BJP chief warned that attempting to elevate any religious figure above this principle could be dangerous. He concluded that while the guru’s appeal is respected, the final decision on food habits lies with each household.