Quick Info
| Profession | Hindu Activist |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 04/02/2000 |
| Age | 26 years |
| Birthplace | Delhi, India |
Latest News about Gautam Khattar
Right-wing speaker Gautam Khattar was admitted to a district hospital in Mapusa after complaining of uneasiness and hypertension following his arrest by Goa Police. A senior police officer confirmed he was taken to the hospital while being held in connection with the case over his alleged objectionable remarks about St Francis Xavier.
Khattar was arrested by Himachal Pradesh Police in Kullu district following a non-bailable warrant issued by a Vasco JMFC court. After securing transit remand, a Goa Police crime branch team transported him to Manohar International Airport in Goa on Sunday morning for questioning at the Ribandar crime branch office.
Himachal Pradesh Police detained Gautam Khattar in Kullu district after Goa Police traced him while he was absconding for several days. He was booked under provisions related to religious enmity and hurt sentiments, ending a days-long search by the Crime Branch based on inputs from Goa police.
Goa Police registered an FIR against Gautam Khattar after his alleged derogatory remarks about St Francis Xavier, the patron saint of Goa, during a public event in Vasco. The case was filed under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita sections 299 and 196 for deliberately outraging religious feelings and promoting enmity between groups, sparking a political row over religious sentiments.
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Bio/Wiki
| Famous for | Spreading views on Hinduism |
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| Self-Description | Spiritual beat journalist |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 8" (173 cm) | ||||||
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| Weight | 65 Kg (143 lbs) | ||||||
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| Eye Colour | Black | ||||||
| Hair Colour | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | Gurukul Gayatri Vidya Peeth |
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Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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| Food Habit | Vegetarian |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
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Family
| Father | Ravi Kumar (Businessman) |
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| Mother | Rachna Khattar (Teacher) |
| Siblings | Brother - Madhav Khattar |
Career
| Controversy | FIR for speech against St. Francis Xavier |
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Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/khattar.gautam | |
| https://www.facebook.com/KhattarGautam | |
| YouTube | https://youtube.com/@gautamkhattar |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Khattar was born in India and has been interested in Dharma, Yoga, and the Vedic lifestyle from a young age. | |
| 2. He is an honorary recipient of a doctorate in Spiritual Education from Aadhyatmik Vishwavidyalaya. | |
| 3. Organises awareness drives, yajnas, and discussion forums through volunteers. | |
| 4. The book Bhagavad Gita Saar, translated into English, aims to make the Bhagavad Gita accessible to young readers. | |
| 5. Has spearheaded mass sensitization on issues like Love Jihad and religious conversion. | |
| 6. Reportedly recites Quranic verses in Arabic, involving interest in interfaith forums. | |
| 7. Follower of Arya Samaj ideology and strict disciple of Maharishi Dayanand Saraswati. | |
| 8. Gained recognition for coverage of Haridwar Mahakumbh 2021, including interviews with Naga Sadhus and Babas. | |
| 9. Honored in 2021 by Uttarakhand Chief Minister Trivendra Singh Rawat at CM residence for speeches on Indian culture during the 125th birth anniversary of Subhash Chandra Bose. |