RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat asserted that spirituality and science are not mutually exclusive, emphasizing the role of faith in both and highlighting India’s unique ‘life force’ in responding to global crises.
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Dattatreya Hosabale, RSS General Secretary, emphasized the need for Hindu unity during the organization’s national meet, warning that discrimination based on language, state, or caste could lead to societal decay. He also commented on the Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi-Shahi Idgah dispute, the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, and the upcoming Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj.
Canadian MP Jagmeet Singh has sparked controversy by calling for sanctions against Indian diplomats and a ban on the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) in Canada. This comes amidst an escalating diplomatic row between India and Canada, with each country expelling diplomats from the other. Singh cites RCMP allegations of Indian diplomats’ involvement in threats against Canadians and accuses the RSS of being a violent and militant organization. His remarks have drawn criticism and questions from reporters.
Jagmeet Singh, leader of Canada’s New Democratic Party (NDP), has called for a ban on the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and for sanctions against Indian diplomats following allegations that some Indian diplomats were involved in the killing of a Sikh separatist. Singh, known for his pro-Khalistan position, expressed serious concerns about the safety of Canadians and called for accountability from the Indian government.
RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat has voiced concerns about the impact of OTT platforms on the younger generation, citing ‘distorted propaganda’ and ‘poor values’ portrayed on these platforms. He has called for a legal framework to regulate content and has criticized the lack of control over what children are exposed to through mobile phones. Bhagwat also highlighted the importance of traditional values and condemned the rise of crime, politics, and a ‘poisonous culture’ in society.
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat expressed concern over the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict during the Vijayadashami Utsav in Nagpur. He also highlighted the importance of the RSS’s centenary year in 2024. The event saw the presence of prominent figures including Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, Maharashtra Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis, and former ISRO chiefs K. Radhakrishnan and K. Sivan.
RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat performed the traditional Shashtra Puja on the occasion of Vijayadashami in Nagpur, Maharashtra. The event was graced by former ISRO chief K. Radhakrishnan, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, and other dignitaries. Dussehra, also known as Vijayadashami, marks the triumph of good over evil and is celebrated across India with various rituals and festivities.
RSS Sarsanghchalak Mohan Bhagwat called for Hindu unity in Rajasthan, emphasizing the importance of overcoming internal differences to ensure the community’s security. He asserted that India is a Hindu nation and highlighted the historical presence of Hindus in the country, emphasizing the need for unity and harmony within the community.
Congress MP Rahul Gandhi, during a US visit, accused the RSS of promoting a discriminatory ideology that deems certain states, languages, religions, and communities inferior. He also asserted that the ‘fear’ of Prime Minister Narendra Modi has diminished following the 2024 Lok Sabha election results, where the BJP failed to secure a majority.
Union Minister Giriraj Singh sharply criticized Rahul Gandhi’s comments on the RSS in the US, calling the Congress leader a ‘traitor’ and suggesting he learn about the organization’s history. BJP leaders also criticized Gandhi, accusing him of insulting India and praising China. The controversy arose from Gandhi’s remarks about the RSS’s ‘one idea of India’ versus the Congress’s belief in a ‘multiplicity of ideas.’