Hey Hey - Ram Upd

However, for right-wing Hindu nationalists, the phrase is often used sarcastically. Because Nathuram Godse (who killed Gandhi) is revered by some fringe elements as a patriot, the phrase is occasionally mocked or used to belittle Gandhian philosophy. Furthermore, in the context of rising communal polarization, when Muslims are attacked in the name of "cow protection" or religious purity, the ironic cry of "Hey Hey Ram" has been used to signify the violent intolerance that Gandhi fought against.

The phrase has been immortalized in various forms of Indian popular culture: hey hey ram

In Sanskrit and Hindi, (or He ) is a vocative particle used to address a deity or a respected figure with deep emotion, similar to "O" in English. "Ram" refers to Lord Rama , the seventh avatar of Vishnu , who personifies righteousness ( Dharma ). However, for right-wing Hindu nationalists, the phrase is