New Voice of Non-Violence in Chambal: RajaGopal P.V. Raju Bhai's Visit to Morena

A New Era for Chambal

Morena | July 27, 2026. The esteemed Gandhian thinker, social activist, and Chairman of the Mahatma Gandhi Seva Ashram, RajaGopal P.V. Raju Bhai, will arrive in Morena on Tuesday, July 28, for a brief visit. This tour is seen as a significant step towards establishing a new identity for the Chambal region rooted in non-violence, social justice, and peace tourism.

Dialogue and Vision

During his visit, he will engage in extensive dialogue with local social organizations, youth, intellectuals, and Gandhian activists. RajaGopal P.V. Raju Bhai believes the historic surrender of dacoits on April 14, 1972, proved to be a milestone in changing the region's destiny. The Chambal region, once known for its outlaws, ravines, and guns, now garners national and international respect for its unique experiments in non-violence and peace.

He asserts that this historical legacy can form a strong foundation for establishing Chambal as a world-class center for peace tourism. He believes this historical heritage can serve as a strong basis for establishing Chambal as a center for world-class peace tourism.

Addressing Societal Violence

According to RajaGopal P.V. Raju Bhai, while the dacoit surrender ended one form of violence, society today is still plagued by violence in numerous forms and layers. Challenges such as violence related to sand mining, conflicts over rights to water, forests, and land, atrocities against women, social inequality, displacement, and the exploitation of marginalized communities persist.

He firmly believes that eradicating all these layers through non-violence, dialogue, sensitivity, and public participation is the only true path to establishing lasting peace. The proposed 'Non-Violence School' and 'Peace Army' aim to foster these principles.

Establishing Peace Initiatives

Furthering this objective, RajaGopal P.V. Raju Bhai is actively promoting efforts to establish a 'Non-Violence School' in the Chambal region. This proposed institution will be a prominent center for Gandhian philosophy, non-violence, social harmony, leadership development, and constructive activities, providing essential training to the new generation for establishing peace and human values in society.

Additionally, a process is underway to form a 'Peace Army', with the active participation of youth, aimed at uniting all sections of society. The role of youth is considered extremely important in this initiative.

Focus on Marginalized Communities

RajaGopal P.V. Raju Bhai expresses deep concern, particularly for the lives, livelihoods, and rights of the Kewat-Mallah community residing along the Chambal river, the tribal communities, and the poor and unemployed youth. He advocates for ensuring the equitable rights of local and marginalized communities over the region's water, forests, and land.

He supports positive initiatives to resolve issues related to displacement, rehabilitation, and livelihoods, acting as a bridge between the government and society. During his brief stay, RajaGopal P.V. Raju Bhai will consult with social organizations, intellectuals, and youth to deliberate on a detailed action plan for the next three months. The objective is to transform this campaign for a Non-Violence School, peace tourism, social harmony, and public participation in Chambal into a widespread public movement.