The festival of Janmashtami is being celebrated all over the country just one day after Independence Day i.e. on August 16. Regarding this, Congress leader Shashi Tharoor told Indian politics and politicians what he can learn from the life and teachings of Lord Krishna. Along with Shashi Tharoor, Digvijay Singh congratulated Tharoor and appreciated the ideas given on Bhagavad Gita and the teachings of Shri Krishna in the Mahabharata, but there is also a taunt.
Shashi Tharoor congratulated Janmashtami in the post on social media platform X. Along with this, he stressed some major points, taking inspiration from the teachings of Shri Krishna described in Mahabharata, Bhagavad Gita and Bhagwat Purana. Referring to the 7 features of Lord Krishna, he has advised Indian leaders to learn from them.
1. Religion paramount
Shashi Tharoor wrote that education is a symbol of struggle to protect Lord Krishna’s life religion. God has done many such things that you can find you vague. Even after this, his last goal is to restore religion and punish the wicked.
He appealed to the Indian leaders to work about the interests of the people of the country instead of their personal interests. Such strong decisions should be taken which are in the interest of society.
2. The art of diplomatic and political thinking
Shashi Tharoor wrote that Lord Krishna was a skilled strategist and diplomat. He tried to stop the war of Mahabharata through peaceful talks. However, his diplomacy failed. After this, he guided the Pandavas with a great military strategy. He taught everyone according to their deficiency. Due to this, he was successful in winning the war.
He told the leaders that everyone can understand the importance of political thinking while in power. In this, long-term plans should be made for the development of the country along with skilled negotiations with other parties as well as nations. It also includes understanding the strength and weaknesses of its team and opposition.
1/3 this year #Janmashtami Our 78th Independence Day is falling immediately after, in such a situation, the question comes to my mind that Indian politics and leaders can get lessons from the life and teachings of Lord Krishna, described in Mahabharata, Bhagavad Gita and Bhagwat Purana. I think some things. This lesson pic.twitter.com/6nxzjj3xoc
– Shashi Tharoor (@Shashitharoor) August 16, 2025
3. Importance of strong leadership
Shashi Tharoor referred to the matter of Lord Krishna not fighting the war himself. He said that he became the charioteer of Arjuna instead of fighting war. This is the identity of the right leader. Which provides knowledge, direction and support without the desire for any personal pride.
He said that a true leader empowers his team members and leads them to success. They do not need to be in the headlines all the time. Instead, they should have a stable hand that drives the boat, provide guidance and take the responsibility of the team’s direction.
4. Darshan of Nishkam Karma (Selfless Karma)
Shashi Tharoor said that Bhagwat Gita Karma has been described as the head. Your duty should be done without worrying about fruit. Krishna teaches Arjuna that meditation should be done on karma.
He said that leaders should work keeping in mind the interests of society without the greed of power, famous or wealth. His inspiration should be a sense of duty and service. This helps in taking objective decisions in public interest. Unfortunately, many politicians are engaged in personal gain.
5. Understanding of human nature
Shashi Tharoor said that Lord Krishna had a deep understanding of the good, desire and ignorance of human beings. He used this knowledge from Dharmatma Yudhishthira to egoistic Duryodhana for talks.
He said that a good leader should be a deep observer of human nature. This helps in creating a great team. Also you can easily deal with opponents. A good leader should also be a good listener. In today’s time, there are very few such politicians.
6. Concept of Public Welfare (World Welfare)
Shashi Tharoor told that Lord Krishna has done his work in every role. Whether it is the work of Gwale in Vrindavan or as a king in Dwarka, he has always worked for the welfare of society. In the Bhagavad Gita, his teachings emphasize the duty of a leader to maintain social system and do welfare work of people.
He said that the first task of a politician should be to work for the welfare of all sections of the society, not only for your voters or supporters. This includes building a equitable and equivalent society. Where everyone gets an opportunity to flourish. In other words, social justice is an essential goal of politics.
7. Danger of ego and iniquity
Shashi Tharoor said about the life of Lord Krishna that Krishna’s life character warns of the decline of those who are arrogant. Duryodhana and his colleagues choose the path of unrighteousness like Duryodhana. His ego and disrespect towards religion eventually caused his destruction.
He advised the leaders that politicians should be humble and restrained. Ego, misuse of power and disrespect for law rule essentially causes both political and moral collapse of a leader. It teaches that true power is not in use in the use, but in knowledge, righteousness and selfless service of the people.
8. Learn to follow God and follow him- Tharoor
Shashi Tharoor wrote that on this Janmashtami, let us imbibe Krishna’s knowledge in our politics, try to conquer our trivial and selfish interests, learn to think strategically, strengthen your colleagues and party workers, pay more attention to the benefits of your work less and more. Learn to listen, prioritize social justice, and keep service above your rights. We cannot all become Shri Krishna, but we can learn to follow them.
Digvijay’s stance on Tharoor
Digvijay Singh congratulated Tharoor on the post of Janmashtami and Independence Day of Shashi Tharoor and congratulated Tharoor. Along with this, he appreciated the ideas given on the teachings of Bhagavad Gita and Shri Krishna in Mahabharata, but at the same time a tanj is also tightened.
Digvijay Singh wrote that Shashi Tharoor ji, heartfelt greetings to you on the auspicious occasion of Independence Day and Shri Krishna Janmashtami. Jai Shri Krishna, I congratulate you for the fact that you have given Shri Krishna Shri Krishna preaching in the Mahabharata. In the second Test, Singh wrote that will Narendra Modi and Amit Shah follow these teachings of Shri Krishna? This comment of Digvijay is also considered to be a tanning because these days everything is not going well in the Congress regarding Shashi Tharoor.
