Introducing And Re-Introducing The Swarajya Heritage Program - Join Us

A special print issue

Dear reader,

For those of you who have been with Swarajya for some time, the Swarajya Heritage Program might be a little familiar. It is our annual tradition, which is now in its eighth year, dedicated to highlighting, preserving, and advocating for India’s cultural and spiritual heritage.

If you’ve joined us recently—or missed our past editions—we'd like to talk to you.

This year, as part of our Heritage Program, we’ve chosen a theme that demands both attention and reflection: the future of temples, their management, and a more tranquil look at the long drawn debate over temple freedom.

Over the years, the discussions around this topic have seen many gradations. Sometimes too intense, more often controversial. Through all this and more so recently, what became clear to us is that the realities are far more layered and challenging than they appear.

For example:

1. How can concerns about inclusivity/accountability/sustainability be addressed?

2. 2. Are there existing models of successful self-governance that we can learn from?

3. What systems can ensure temples are well-managed without government oversight?

You see, these aren’t questions with quick or easy answers. They require patience, thorough investigation, and meaningful dialogue. That’s exactly what we've attempted in our special November print issue.

We’re proud of the work that’s gone into this issue, and we believe you will like it. We're doing a limited print run and we do not want you to miss it.

How you can get this issue:

• As a subscriber, you already have access to the issue - you can read them on the app or the site directly uninterrupted.

• If you are print + digital subscriber, you will soon hear from us an update on the printing status and dispatching details.

How you can support us for this initiative:

• We'd be thrilled to get any kind of voluntary contribution and it will only serve as an encouragement for us to do more and cover the expenses incurred for this special issue already.

• You can contribute here - you will also get the hard copy of the issue

• Contributing to this will not change anything with your current subscription including its end date.

• This is a a great way to back our efforts.

Raghu and the Swarajya team