Ravana in the 21st Century

Kapil Dudakia Wednesday 05th November 2025 06:03 EST
 

Some of us are blessed to be born Hindus and be part of the traditions of Sanatan Dharma. Dharma that is the very manifestation of cosmic reality.

Dharma that does not convert by way of force, lies, or threats of genocide.

Dharma that rejoices and values humanity in all its forms. Dharma that does not put the fear of God into you, just to control you, your thoughts, and your action. Dharma that is so diverse that it spread right across Bharat Varsh by sheer devotion and love. Dharma that still survives and flourishes even after centuries of persecution. Dharma that showed us that tendencies exhibited by Ravana will rear their ugly head because the human condition of kaam (lust), krodh (wrath), lobh (greed), moh (attachment) and ahankar (ego or excessive pride) always leads to the rise of evil, immorality and unethical behaviour.

Lord Rama stood for Dharma and brought Ravana to heel. This week the world celebrated Diwali. And whilst Diwali is a wonderful family celebration, I

fear that all too often too many of us tend to forget its real significance.

In the 21st Century we are witnessing the ten heads of Ravana making

a show of strength again, and they are systematically dismantling the very fabric of human society. The fight of good against evil has continued in every century since Ravana was defeated, and I sense the surge of evil has become exponential recently.

What do these ten heads of Ravana looks like today?

America with its aim for world dominance continues. It makes up laws that suit it.

It ignores all sensibilities, and we witness weak nations pandering to their infantile whims and shenanigans.

 China has risen to a position of dominance. It being a dictatorship gives it the

advantage of total control domestically, and internationally it throws as much money as it takes to buy whole nations to pander to their demands.

Islamists have vowed to establish a caliphate. And to this end we witness terrorist attacks on many nations right across the world. Infiltration by Islamists in western societies, including western governance is striking by their success. They will use lies, fake emphathy, violence, as well as diplomacy, to secure their objectives.

Multi-Billionaires who have become more powerful than whole nations. They buy out politicians and others to serve their need for power, control, and of course to make even more money.

Technology has now reached a stage whereby those who control it are likely to control huge populations by creating narratives to suit the needs of their masters.  AI (Artificial Intelligence) is now on the cusp of giving these shady characters, as well shady nations, immense power of command and control.

Commodities such as rare earth minerals are driving companies and nations into making immoral decisions to secure supplies at any cost.

Arms race is out of control. We now have enough fire power in the hands of the few who can unleash devastation that can destroy billions in a matter of minutes. And with that, destroy other life forms that bring beauty and balance to our fragile Earth.

Pollution is the silent killer. As we churn out trillions of tonnes of toxic pollution, it’s only a matter of time before we reach that critical stage when it will cascade to our self-destruction.

The Christian mafia emanating out of the Vatican cannot be ignored either. It

has maintained incredible control over nations, and billions of people around the world for centuries. At the same time, harbouring their ultimate aim of converting all heathens to their ‘right’ path.

The media is now under control of a few high-powered individuals (and some nations). The 24/7/365 narration of what these media Moghuls believe to be the truth infiltrates the mindset of billions around the world. Fake news is now a commodity that sells well to the deluded.

 The world is passing through one of its most testing phases. All the elements now exist whereby I would not be too surprised if some form of World War 3 takes place in the near future. And it will not take much to trigger it.

America thinks it can do whatever it wants anywhere in the world. China is ready with its finger on the button. Russia might be stretched in Ukraine, but this makes them even more dangerous since their only option might be to press that button as well. Thank God for the commonsense approach of India, but when nukes are unleased, it will suffer as well.

It is difficult to see who the puppet masters are, and who the puppets might be since the web of lies and fake narratives shield those who really control these elements.

At this time, maybe we are in need of intervention by the forces of Kalki. How these might manifest, I don’t know, but I suspect if we follow the path of Dharma, then Kalki will bring about a global change that will save humanity. Much will be lost before we all realise the error of our ways. However, after all is said and done, I am convinced that it will be Sanatan Dharma that will prevail.


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