Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, during the inauguration of a Sainik School in Gorakhpur, emphasized that compromising on nationalism is akin to betraying the nation, warning that those who do so will face a 'spiritual backlash'. He highlighted the importance of prioritizing national duty over personal or political interests, asserting that failure to uphold this principle threatens India's civilizational ethos. Dhankhar reflected on India's economic transformation, noting that foreign exchange reserves have surged to approximately $680 billion, a stark contrast to the low reserves of the early 1990s. He praised Prime Minister Modi and CM Yogi Adityanath for their roles in this turnaround and pointed out that today's India is significantly different from a decade ago. Dhankhar also criticized narratives that suggest India could face turmoil similar to neighboring countries, calling for intolerance towards anti-national sentiments. He expressed hope that the new Sainik School will contribute to the development of future generations.