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Hindustan Times
a day ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Move beyond caste divides to build more inclusive India: Bhagwat
Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat on Sunday said that access to temples, water bodies, and cremation grounds should be equal for all communities. He emphasised that society must move beyond caste-based inequalities to build a more inclusive India. Addressing over 400 volunteers during the regional 'Karyakarta Vikas Varg' camp at Deendayal Upadhyaya School in Nawabganj, Kanpur, Bhagwat said: 'The RSS's core aim is character-building, and that individuals must recognise their responsibilities not only to their families but also to the wider society, the nation, and humanity.' Stressing that the Sangh has grown by deepening its roots in society, the RSS chief said the centenary year is a time to expand its work. The RSS is focusing on the 'Panch Parivartan' , which includes building a socially responsible, environmentally conscious and united society, free from divisions. Bhagwat urged all volunteers to help carry RSS literature to every household, promote value-based living, and strengthen familial bonds. 'Every Hindu home should be rooted in values, so that the Sanatan tradition may thrive again,' he said. Earlier in the day, Bhagwat attended the morning 'shakha' at the training camp and later met senior functionaries, including pracharaks, sanghchalaks, sah-pracharaks, and prachar pramukhs. Separate discussions were also held with regional office-bearers. The RSS chief also highlighted the need to increase 'shakhas' in both urban and rural areas and encouraged provincial units to take responsibility for this expansion. Bhagwat, who arrived in Kanpur on Saturday afternoon, will be in the city till June 10. RSS's second-in-command, Dattatreya Hosabale, had addressed the same camp for two days prior to Bhagwat's arrival. Another training camp is being held simultaneously at Meharban Singh ka Purwa, a known Samajwadi Party stronghold that has lately aligned with the BJP. In his Sunday address, Bhagwat also focused on service initiatives in urban slums and urged volunteers to adapt their work according to local needs and conditions.
News18
4 days ago
- Politics
- News18
'Until The Two-Nation Theory Exists...': Mohan Bhagwat Explains Why India Must Stay 'Prepared'
Last Updated: Commenting on India's strategic position, RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat also noted how international alignments have come under scrutiny after the Pahalgam attack and Operation Sindoor. The two-nation theory and the double standards by Pakistan might make peaceful coexistence difficult, and India needs to stay 'prepared' despite being a country that believes in 'non-violence', RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat said, adding the Indian society has to remain 'united and alert' under all circumstances. Addressing the Karyakarta Vikash Varg in Nagpur on Thursday, Bhagwat also mentioned Pakistan's strategy of 'thousand cuts' and the ways of modern warfare, coupled with proxy war. 'Until the two-nation theory is completely discarded, peaceful coexistence will remain difficult and the unrest along with the double standards we face will continue," the RSS chief said, referring to the long-standing ideological framework that still fuels cross-border hostility and terrorism. Bhagwat also warned that modern conflict has moved far beyond the conventional fights on the battlefield with tanks. 'This has been a different conflict. They (Pakistan) wanted us to bleed through a thousand cuts – terror attacks, cyber warfare, proxy battles and so on. Now it takes just the press of a button to launch a drone. This is the new front. We must remember – the nature of warfare has changed," he added stating Bharat must be self-sustainable in defence. 'We have to be atmanirbhar (self dependent) when it comes to our security. Newer technology should be developed and research should be done," he said. Lauding Operation Sindoor, Bhagwat said, 'In the inhuman attack at Pahalgam, terrorists killed common citizens of our country. There was a natural anger and grief in our minds. Necessary action was taken. The capability and valour of our armed forces yet again came to the fore in this operation. Our innovation and research in the defence sector proved to be effective." 'Our political class, cutting across all political parties, showed a much-awaited reasonable and cooperative approach in the interest of the nation is also visible. The entire society has presented a big picture of unity and integrity. If such a situation is sustained even after the events are over, then it would be a great strength for the country. As in the atmosphere of patriotism, we have forgotten the differences in the national interest, competitors are cooperating with each other – this is the picture of ideal democracy – this should be sustained is the wish all of us cherish," he added. During its Karyakarta Vikas Varg parade , the RSS cadres showcased a formation symbolising Rafale jets, referring to them as the aircraft that played a crucial role in Operation Sindoor. Bhagwat also urged Indian society not to let its guard down, stressing that emotional reactions could backfire. 'Under no circumstances should any section of society fight with any other section, we will have to maintain goodwill amongst ourselves. It is not right to become tyrants on an emotional impulse. Now it is our government, governed as per the Constitution of India. Therefore, using abusive language without any reason – we will have to give up all these things," he stated. Commenting on India's strategic position, Bhagwat also noted how international alignments have come under scrutiny after the Pahalgam attack and Operation Sindoor. 'These situations reveal who truly stands with us and who does not. That is why we must become fully self-reliant and self-sustainable in defence. We are a non-violent country. We see no one as our enemy – but we must remain completely alert," he added. First Published: June 06, 2025, 09:45 IST
NDTV
4 days ago
- Politics
- NDTV
'Understanding Among Parties After Pahalgam Attack Should Continue': RSS Chief
Nagpur: RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat on Thursday said the mutual understanding displayed by the political class following the Pahalgam terror attack and action taken by India later should continue and become a permanent feature. After the April 22 massacre of tourists in Pahalgam, people were angry and wanted the culprits to be punished and the action followed, he said in an indirect reference to Operation Sindoor which saw Indian armed forces target terror hubs in Pakistan and PoK, and subsequent bombing of airbases in the neighbouring country in retaliatory strikes. The society also gave a message of unity, Mr Bhagwat noted, addressing the concluding event of the Karyakarta Vikas Varg for Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) volunteers in Nagpur. Coming out strongly against religious conversion using force and pressure, the RSS leader said, "Conversion is violence. We are not against it when done by choice. But luring, forcing and pressurising is something we are against. By telling people that their ancestors were wrong, it is an insult of them. We are against such practices." "We are with you (in fight against conversion),' Mr Bhagwat said, referring to tribal leader and former Union minister Arvind Netam, who was the chief guest at the event. Once again referring to the May 7-10 India-Pakistan military conflict, he emphasised everyone saw the grit of the country's decision-makers in the action taken after the Pahalgam terror attack. "Action was taken after the heinous terror attack in Pahalgam. The valour of our Army shone once again in it. The firmness of the administration was also seen. The political class also showed mutual understanding. The society gave the message of unity. This should continue and become a permanent feature," he averred. India should be self-dependent in matters of security, the RSS chief insisted. Without naming Pakistan, Mr Bhagwat said, "Those who can't win a direct fight with India want to bleed our country by the policy of a thousand cuts and waging a proxy war." During World War II, Hitler bombarded London for nearly a month, expecting Britain to surrender. In response, Prime Minister Winston Churchill addressed the nation and later told Parliament the British would fight on the "seas and on the beaches". Referring to this episode, Mr Bhagwat remarked that Churchill had said society was the true lion and he merely roared on its behalf. The RSS leader observed that one person's gain can sometimes mean another's loss, and a lack of understanding between individuals may lead to dissatisfaction. In the national interest, no group or class should come into conflict with another. Acting impulsively, engaging in unnecessary arguments, or taking the law into one's own hands was not in the country's interest, he stressed. He reflected on the time when India was not independent, saying (British) rulers then encouraged divisions and supported disruptive elements, forcing ordinary people to take up the fight. Today, however, he said, the government functions under the Constitution. Mr Bhagwat warned against the use of abusive language and overreactions, stating some individuals deliver provocative speeches for personal gain. "Our roots lie in unity, not in division," he said, adding that while people may speak different languages and follow different customs, unity stands above all differences. Mr Bhagwat argued that the idea of ethnic differences among Indians was a misconception fostered by British colonial rule. Tribal leader Netam, who served in the cabinets of former prime ministers Indira Gandhi and PV Narasimha Rao, was the chief guest at the concluding ceremony of the RSS volunteer training camp. The 25-day training camp, Karyakarta Vikas Varg Dwitiya, in which 840 volunteers from across the country participated, began on May 12 at Dr Hedgewar Smriti Mandir located in Reshimbag area of Nagpur. Mr Netam, who hails from Chhattisgarh, said no state government has so far taken the issue of religious conversions seriously. "I think RSS is the only institution which can help us in this area," he said. The RSS should pressure the central government to come out with an action plan after Maoism ends to ensure the menace does not raise its head again, the former Congress minister stated. Mr Netam said no government implemented the Panchayats (Extension to Scheduled Areas) Act, 1996 and added the central government is mum and even helping industrialists. The PESA Act aims to ensure self-governance in tribal areas through Gram Sabhas, empowering them to manage resources and make decisions related to their communities.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
‘Political class showed mutual understanding': RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat calls for lasting political unity post-Pahalgam attack, warns against forced conversions
NEW DELHI: chief on Thursday urged that the political consensus and swift government response seen after the Pahalgam terror attack in April should become a lasting feature of India's national security approach. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Speaking at the concluding event of the Karyakarta Vikas Varg in Nagpur, he praised the collective political will and military resolve demonstrated in the aftermath of the attack. 'Action was taken after the heinous terror attack in Pahalgam. The valour of our Army shone once again in it. The firmness of the administration was also seen. The political class showed mutual understanding. The society gave the message of unity. This should continue and become a permanent feature,' Bhagwat said, referring to retaliatory actions under , including strikes on terror hubs in Pakistan and PoK. He said the people were angry after the massacre of tourists in Pahalgam on April 22 and wanted justice, which led to the military response. Operation Sindoor marked a significant escalation, with Indian armed forces bombing terror-linked airbases in Pakistan and repelling drone attacks. Bhagwat warned that enemies were engaged in a proxy war against India. 'Those who can't win a direct fight with India want to bleed our country by the policy of a thousand cuts,' he said, invoking Winston Churchill's WWII speech to highlight societal resilience. 'Churchill had said that society was the true lion, and he merely roared on its behalf.' He further called for national unity and restraint, cautioning against provocation and internal conflict. 'No group or class should come into conflict with another. Acting impulsively or taking the law into one's own hands is not in the country's interest.' Bhagwat came down strongly against religious conversion through coercion or inducement, calling it a form of violence. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now 'Conversion is violence. We are not against it when done by choice. But luring, forcing and pressurising is something we are against,' he said, adding that such acts insult people's ancestors and heritage. 'We are with you (in the fight against conversion),' he told tribal leader and former Union minister Arvind Netam, who was present as chief guest. Netam, hailing from Chhattisgarh, echoed these concerns and criticised successive governments for ignoring religious conversions in tribal areas. 'I think RSS is the only institution which can help us in this area,' he said, urging the Sangh to push the central government for a post-Naxalism action plan to prevent recurrence. He also criticised the non-implementation of the Panchayats (Extension to Scheduled Areas) Act, 1996 (PESA), saying it was vital for tribal self-governance and community empowerment. Earlier, in an interview with Organiser, Bhagwat had said India must become militarily and economically self-reliant, asserting, 'We have no option but to be powerful as we have been witnessing the wickedness of the evil forces on all our borders.' He emphasised that true strength must be matched with righteousness, or it risks becoming directionless and violent. The RSS chief concluded that unity, moral strength, and readiness are the pillars of a resilient and powerful India. 'Our roots lie in unity, not in division,' he said.
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Business Standard
4 days ago
- Politics
- Business Standard
Mutual understanding among political class should continue: RSS chief
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat on Thursday said the mutual understanding shown by the political class following the Pahalgam terror attack and action taken by India later should continue and become a permanent feature. The society also gave a message of unity, Bhagwat said, addressing the concluding event of the Karyakarta Vikas Varg for RSS volunteers. After the heinous terror attack, people were sad and angry and wanted the culprits to be punished. Action was taken and punishment was meted out, Bhagwat said. Everyone saw the grit of our country's decision makers in the action taken after the Pahalgam terror attack, he said. Action was taken after the heinous terror attack in Pahalgam. The valour of our army shone once again in it. The firmness of the administration was also seen. The political class also showed mutual understanding. The society also gave the message of its unity. This should remain continue and be a permanent feature, he said. India should be self-dependent in matters of our security, he said. Without naming Pakistan, Bhagwat said, Those who can't win a direct fight with India want to bleed our country by the policy of a thousand cuts and waging proxy war. Tribal leader Arvind Netam, who served in the cabinets of former prime ministers Indira Gandhi and P V Narasimha Rao, was the chief guest at the concluding ceremony of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh's volunteer training camp. The 25-day training camp, Karyakarta Vikas Varg Dwitiya, in which 840 volunteers from across the country participated, began on May 12 at Dr Hedgewar Smriti Mandir located in Reshimbag area of Nagpur. Netam, who hails from Chhattisgarh, said no state government has so far taken the issue of religious conversions seriously. I think RSS is the only institution which can help us in this area, he said. The RSS should pressure Central government to come out with an action plan after Naxalism ends, to ensure that the menace does not revive, he said. Netam said no government implemented the Panchayats (Extension to Scheduled Areas) Act, 1996. The Central government is mum and even helping the industrialists, he added. The PESA Act aims to ensure self-governance in tribal areas through Gram Sabhas, empowering them to manage resources and make decisions related to their communities.
