Decoding RSS chief’s remarks on elections
6 months, 1 week ago

Decoding RSS chief’s remarks on elections

Hindustan Times  

In the time of coalition politics, a thousand opinions will bloom. The reduced tally for the BJP in the general elections and its dependence on allies to run the government have encouraged the RSS to take a reflective, but critical, stance on the party’s politics. In this context, RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat’s remarks about the polarising election campaign will be seen as an indictment of the BJP’s shrill anti-Muslim rhetoric. Relations between the BJP and the RSS have been a taut affair, even though most senior leaders in the party have been moulded by the Sangh’s ideology. The RSS claims to be above party politics but The electoral dominance of the BJP for a decade since 2014 provided little leeway for the RSS to assert itself as Brand Modi diminished every other political actor.

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Shah’s disparaging views on Ambedkar reflective of BJP/RSS casteist ideology: CPI(M)
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Shah’s disparaging views on Ambedkar reflective of BJP/RSS casteist ideology: CPI(M)

The Hindu  

Communist Party of India State secretary M.V. Speaking to journalists after chairing a CPI State secretariat meeting here on Friday, Mr. Govindan said the Bharatiya Janata Party, an RSS offshoot, drew ideological inspiration from the Manusmriti. Mr. Govindan said that during the previous Lok Sabha election campaign, the BJP aspired to get up to 430 seats in the Lok Sabha …

BJP MP makes a statement with '1984' bag
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BJP MP makes a statement with '1984' bag

India Today  

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RSS chief jabs aspiring 'leaders of Hindus' over temple-mosque disputes
3 days, 17 hours ago

RSS chief jabs aspiring 'leaders of Hindus' over temple-mosque disputes

India Today  

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat on Thursday took a jibe at aspiring Hindu leaders for stirring up "Ram-temple-like" disputes at various places across India. Calling attention to India's pluralistic society, the RSS chief said that Christmas is observed in Swami Ramakrishnan Mission, emphasising that "only we can do this because we are Hindus”. Drawing two parallel examples from the Mughal Empire, …

BJP alleges 'dictatorship' in Karnataka, Lok Sabha MP in ICU after scuffle in Parliament
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BJP alleges 'dictatorship' in Karnataka, Lok Sabha MP in ICU after scuffle in Parliament

India Today  

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat has expressed concern over resurgence of several temple-mosque disputes and said certain individuals, after the construction of Ayodhya Ram temple, seem to believe they can become “leaders of Hindus” by raking up such issues. Delivering a lecture on ‘India – The Vishwaguru’, at Sahjeevan Vyakhyanmala here on Thursday, Bhagwat advocated for an inclusive society and said …

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat says don't need new mandir-masjid disputes
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3 days, 17 hours ago

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat says don't need new mandir-masjid disputes

India Today  

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat has expressed concern over resurgence of several temple-mosque disputes and said certain individuals, after the construction of Ayodhya Ram temple, seem to believe they can become “leaders of Hindus” by raking up such issues. Delivering a lecture on ‘India – The Vishwaguru’, at Sahjeevan Vyakhyanmala here on Thursday, Bhagwat advocated for an inclusive society and said …

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat says don't need new mandir-masjid disputes
Top News
3 days, 17 hours ago

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat says don't need new mandir-masjid disputes

India Today  

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat has expressed concern over resurgence of several temple-mosque disputes and said certain individuals, after the construction of Ayodhya Ram temple, seem to believe they can become “leaders of Hindus” by raking up such issues. Delivering a lecture on ‘India – The Vishwaguru’, at Sahjeevan Vyakhyanmala here on Thursday, Bhagwat advocated for an inclusive society and said …

Assembly debates show erstwhile RSS leaders were against Constitution: Kharge
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Assembly debates show erstwhile RSS leaders were against Constitution: Kharge

Deccan Chronicle  

During a Rajya Sabha discussion on the "Glorious Journey of 75 Years of the Constitution of India," Leader of Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge on Monday criticised the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh and the Bharatiya Janata Party for their historical stance against the Indian Constitution. Kharge asserted that debates from the Constituent Assembly reveal that former RSS leaders opposed the Constitution, expressing disdain …

How BJP’s Dual Strategy Secures Electoral Supremacy
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How BJP’s Dual Strategy Secures Electoral Supremacy

The Quint  

In the North, the BJP cemented its dominance by dismantling caste-based regional alliances. In Uttar Pradesh, constituencies like Phulpur, once symbols of Congress-era politics, now reflect the BJP’s consolidation of non-Yadav OBCs and non-Jatav Dalits. Constituencies like Madarihat illustrate its success in blending Hindutva rhetoric with economic promises to appeal to both urban middle classes and rural labourers, particularly in …

Opinion: After Haryana, Maharashtra — How RSS Propelled BJP Wins & What It Means Ahead Of Sangh Centenary
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Opinion: After Haryana, Maharashtra — How RSS Propelled BJP Wins & What It Means Ahead Of Sangh Centenary

ABP News  

The massive victory of the Bharatiya Janata Party in Maharashtra shouldn’t be read as just another electoral achievement. ‘Sajag Raho’ Campaign Though the RSS is avowedly apolitical and does not directly endorse any political party as a matter of principle, its influence in encouraging citizens to participate in the electoral process significantly bolstered the BJP’s performance in the Maharashtra elections. …

‘First give advice to BJP leaders’: Opposition slams RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat's ‘3-children’ remark
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3 weeks ago

‘First give advice to BJP leaders’: Opposition slams RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat's ‘3-children’ remark

Hindustan Times  

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh chief Mohan Bhagwat's advocation for each couple in India to have at least three children has drawn ire from the opposition. RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat had made the remarks while expressing concerns about the declining population growth in India. What did BJP leaders say Defending the RSS chief's remarks, BJP MP Manoj Tiwari said that if Mohan …

Mallikarjun Kharge accuses BJP of ignoring RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat's advice, dividing society
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Mallikarjun Kharge accuses BJP of ignoring RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat's advice, dividing society

Hindustan Times  

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Sunday accused the top BJP leadership of attempting to divide society by conducting surveys at every mosque in the country, adding that the saffron party was ignoring the advice of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh chief Mohan Bhagwat. Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge addresses a public meeting at Ramlila Maidan in New Delhi on Sunday. Addressing a large …

Rumours of Maratha CM upset RSS
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Rumours of Maratha CM upset RSS

Hindustan Times  

The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh is unhappy with rumours being floated in the Bharatiya Janata Party on the choice of the state’s new chief minister, and politics relating to caste equations potentially influencing the selection process. For the RSS, the ideological mentor of the BJP, it’s an open-and-shut case – Devendra Fadnavis, who they say led the Mahayuti alliance to a …

RSS issues statement calling for immediate halt to atrocities against Hindus in Bangladesh
3 weeks, 2 days ago

RSS issues statement calling for immediate halt to atrocities against Hindus in Bangladesh

Op India  

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh issued a statement calling for an immediate halt to the atrocities against Hindus in Bangladesh. The RSS has appealed to the Bangladesh government to ensure the immediate cessation of violence against Hindus and to release Chinmoy Krishna Das from prison. Furthermore, the RSS urged the Indian government to continue its efforts to prevent the persecution of Hindus …

RSS plays a key role in BJP-led Mahayuti’s big win in Maharashtra
1 month ago

RSS plays a key role in BJP-led Mahayuti’s big win in Maharashtra

Hindustan Times  

NAGPUR: Neither the Bharatiya Janata Party nor its ideological parent, the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh has ever admitted it, but the perception was that the latter was largely absent from the summer’s Lok Sabha elections, in which the BJP-led Mahayuti won only 17 of the 48 seats in the state. Dilip Deodhar, a former senior swayamsevak and long-time RSS observer, noted …

Maharashtra State Assembly Polls: BJP in a Catch-22, baffled over inclusive vs. divisive political agenda
1 month, 1 week ago

Maharashtra State Assembly Polls: BJP in a Catch-22, baffled over inclusive vs. divisive political agenda

New Indian Express  

The BJP, the world’s largest political party, started its high-voltage election campaign with a Hindutva flavor but also a divisive slogan, “Batenge to Katenge”, to consolidate the Hindu vote bank, which has fragmented into various castes and sub-castes in Maharashtra due to various reasons. Interestingly, before this extremist slogan could reach the masses in full force, BJP’s star campaigner, Prime …

RSS launches 'Sajag Raho' campaign to unite Hindu voters in Maharashtra
1 month, 2 weeks ago

RSS launches 'Sajag Raho' campaign to unite Hindu voters in Maharashtra

Op India  

The Assembly Elections in Maharashtra are around the corner. Campaign slogan builds on recent remarks The “Sajag Raho” initiative aligns with recent messages from BJP leaders, including remarks made by the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Yogi Adityanath, where he raised the slogan “Batenge toh katenge,” which literally translates to “if Hindus are divided, they will perish.” Prime Minister Narendra …

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat lays stress on protection of Sanatan Dharma
1 month, 2 weeks ago

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat lays stress on protection of Sanatan Dharma

Hindustan Times  

Rashtriya Swayamsewak Sangh chief Mohan Bhagwat on Wednesday emphasised that it was imperative to protect “Sanatan Dharma” while pointing out that amidst the present challenges that India faces, there are attempts by certain forces to weaken the nation. “Our country’s dharma is to unite and progress together,” he said, addressing a gathering during the centenary celebrations of Pandit Ramkinkar Upadhyay, …

Political situation and party benefit will decide next Maharashtra CM: BJP general secretary Vinod Tawde
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Political situation and party benefit will decide next Maharashtra CM: BJP general secretary Vinod Tawde

The Hindu  

The BJP will consider the political situation and long-term party benefit when deciding on Maharashtra’s new Chief Minister, if the ruling Mahayuti is voted back to power in the upcoming Assembly election, BJP national general secretary Vinod Tawde said on Wednesday, pointing to the Bihar example for the BJP’s rationale. Promoting local leaders “The wind is blowing in Mahayuti’s direction,” …

RSS's Swayamsevaks Remain a Crucial Backbone for the BJP in Crucial State Like UP
1 month, 3 weeks ago

RSS's Swayamsevaks Remain a Crucial Backbone for the BJP in Crucial State Like UP

The Quint  

The article highlights the absence of the RSS in the recent Lok Sabha results, suggesting that the BJP may still need their support in certain situations. While the RSS leadership has maintained a neutral stance, the presence of top affiliates at a coordination meeting in Kerala indicates that the RSS may have understood the BJP's need for their assistance in …

UP CM Meets RSS Chief in Mathura: Key Meeting Ahead of Sangh's National Assembly
2 months ago

UP CM Meets RSS Chief in Mathura: Key Meeting Ahead of Sangh's National Assembly

India TV News  

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath met RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat in Mathura ahead of the national executive meeting of RSS's Akhil Bharatiya Karyakari Mandal. The CM discussed some national issues with Bhagwat and called on RSS general secretary Dattatreya Hosabale to attend a two-day meeting in Parkham village near the temple town.

RSS not ‘rats’ but ‘Hindu lions’, BJP hits back at Jharkhand CM
2 months, 3 weeks ago

RSS not ‘rats’ but ‘Hindu lions’, BJP hits back at Jharkhand CM

The Hindu  

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Thursday asserted that the RSS is not ‘rats’ as stated by Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren but ‘Hindu lions’, and accused him of patronising Bangladeshi infiltrators for political gains. Mr. Soren, also the executive president of the ruling JMM, on Wednesday compared the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh with "rats" and accused both the BJP and the …

RSS affiliate expresses concerns over Bangladeshi infiltration
3 months ago

RSS affiliate expresses concerns over Bangladeshi infiltration

The Hindu  

The Akhil Bhartiya Vanvasi Kalyan Ashram, the tribal wing of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh, urged the tribal communities in Jharkhand to wage a ‘war’ against purported Bangladeshi migrants who are allegedly trapping the girls in ‘Love Jihad’. On the conclusion of its three day long meeting held in Samalkha on Sunday, the right wing organisation also warned the tribal community over …

Kejriwal lashes out at PM Modi, BJP; asks five questions to RSS chief
3 months ago

Kejriwal lashes out at PM Modi, BJP; asks five questions to RSS chief

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday lashed out at Prime Minister Narendra Modi, asking the RSS if it agreed with the BJP's politics of using central agencies to break up parties and topple opposition governments, and inducting "corrupt" leaders into its fold. In his first 'Janta ki Adalat' public meeting at Jantar Mantar following his resignation as Delhi …

BJP and RSS are 'anti-reservation', Rahul remarks on quota distorted: Congress leader Patole
3 months, 1 week ago

BJP and RSS are 'anti-reservation', Rahul remarks on quota distorted: Congress leader Patole

The Hindu  

The Congress in Maharashtra on Wednesday dubbed the BJP and the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh as "anti-reservation", an assertion coming after the saffron party attacked opposition leader Rahul Gandhi over his remarks on quota made in the U.S. Talking to reporters here, state Congress president Nana Patole accused the Bharatiya Janata Party of "distorting" Mr. Gandhi's comments on reservation. Mr. Patole …

‘Ask your grandmother about RSS’: Giriraj Singh's swipe at Rahul Gandhi
3 months, 2 weeks ago

‘Ask your grandmother about RSS’: Giriraj Singh's swipe at Rahul Gandhi

Hindustan Times  

Taking a swipe at Rahul Gandhi, Union minister Giriraj Singh on Monday remarked that if there is any technology to connect with the deceased, the Congress leader should ask his grandmother about the role of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh. Union minister Giriraj Singh Singh's reaction came hours after the Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha said that the Bharatiya …

RSS steps in to help BJP in Maharashtra after Lok Sabha 2024 poll debacle
3 months, 2 weeks ago

RSS steps in to help BJP in Maharashtra after Lok Sabha 2024 poll debacle

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai In the backdrop of the poor performance of the Bharatiya Janata Party in the Lok Sabha elections in Maharashtra, its ideological fountainhead Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh has swung into action to help the party in the upcoming assembly polls. Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis along with CM Eknath Shinde pays floral tribute to Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh founder Keshav Baliram …

BJP Faces Dilemma Over RSS-endorsed Caste Census
3 months, 2 weeks ago

BJP Faces Dilemma Over RSS-endorsed Caste Census

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: The BJP seems to be caught in a dilemma after the RSS gave a green signal to a nationwide caste census, an issue that is being raised by the Congress time and again. While the BJP is maintaining a stoic silence after the RSS indicated that the caste census “could be carried out for the betterment of the …

RSS backs caste census for welfare, says ‘don’t politicise’
3 months, 2 weeks ago

RSS backs caste census for welfare, says ‘don’t politicise’

Hindustan Times  

The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh on Monday expressed its support for the caste census for “welfare activities” but warned that it should not be used as a “political tool”. RSS backs caste census for welfare, says ‘don’t politicise’ The RSS feels that, for all welfare activities, particularly those for communities or castes which are lagging and who need special attention. He …

RSS Samanway Baithak begins in Kerala’s Palakkad
3 months, 3 weeks ago

RSS Samanway Baithak begins in Kerala’s Palakkad

The Hindu  

A three-day national coordination conclave of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh, Akhil Bharatiya Samanway Baithak, began at Ahalia campus near Palakkad on Saturday. The other leaders of the RSS and affiliate organisations taking part in the conference include Bharatiya Janata Party president J.P. Nadda and organising secretary B.L. Santhosh; RSS’s women wing Rashtra Sevika Samiti chief director V. Shanta Kumari and …

Southern Lights | Key RSS meet in Kerala will focus on the road ahead for the organisation, BJP
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Southern Lights | Key RSS meet in Kerala will focus on the road ahead for the organisation, BJP

Hindustan Times  

The all-important ‘2024 Samanvay Baithak’ of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh and its 32 affiliates scheduled in Kerala’s Palakkad will focus on the agenda for the centenary celebrations of the principal organisation of the Sangh Parivar group besides the upcoming elections in the four states. The organisation president and the general secretary of each of the 32 organisations will be present …

Ram Madhav, who was made BJP's poll in-charge for J-K, returns to active politics after almost 4 years
4 months ago

Ram Madhav, who was made BJP's poll in-charge for J-K, returns to active politics after almost 4 years

India TV News  

RSS functionary and former BJP general secretary Ram Madhav on Tuesday made a return to active politics as the party appointed him in-charge for the assembly polls in Jammu and Kashmir along with Union minister G Kishan Reddy. As a key BJP organisational leader between 2014-2020, Madhav was deeply involved with the politics of the erstwhile state of Jammu and …

BJP, RSS go into huddle over question of next BJP president, fate of Bangladeshi Hindus
4 months, 1 week ago

BJP, RSS go into huddle over question of next BJP president, fate of Bangladeshi Hindus

The Hindu  

The question of who will be the next BJP president and the timing of the election to that post is still hanging fire, with both the BJP and the RSS getting into a huddle before the formal “samanvay” meeting of Sangh Parivar affiliates to be held in Palakkad at the end of this month. RSS second-in-command Dattatreya Hosabele and its …

Must protect diversity amid RSS bid to implement Hindutva: says Angomcha Bimol Akoijam
4 months, 1 week ago

Must protect diversity amid RSS bid to implement Hindutva: says Angomcha Bimol Akoijam

New Indian Express  

KOCHI: India must be a defendant against the hegemony and homogeneous religious and cultural ideology even as the RSS is trying to implement Hindutva which it imagined in 1925 in 2025, said Angomcha Bimol Akoijam, Congress MP from Inner Manipur, here on Sunday. “As a political community and a state, India was born in 1947, bringing together different states. The …

Rebuilding RSS: Sangh Shifts Focus to Grassroots Unity Amid Caste Divisions, Political Challenges
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Rebuilding RSS: Sangh Shifts Focus to Grassroots Unity Amid Caste Divisions, Political Challenges

News 18  

The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh is resurging and reclaiming control systematically by focusing on organisational coordination among cadre and emphasising on ‘Hindu’ unity. Amid overwhelming caste narratives by the Congress, which it sees as a threat to this unity, senior Sangh leaders are renewing their focus on grassroots organisation and BJP-RSS coordination. In the past one month, the RSS has held …

RSS has all the right to participate in developmental journey: Dhankhar
4 months, 3 weeks ago

RSS has all the right to participate in developmental journey: Dhankhar

The Hindu  

Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar, during Question Hour in the House on Wednesday, ruled that the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh is “an organisation that has full constitutional right to participate in the developmental journey of the nation” and has “unimpeachable credentials”. While posing a supplementary question, to a query by Shiv Sena MP Priyanka Chaturvedi on “Poor handling of entrance exams …

'RSS bears unimpeachable credentials, comprises of people committed to serving the nation': VP Jagdeep Dhankhar in RS
4 months, 3 weeks ago

'RSS bears unimpeachable credentials, comprises of people committed to serving the nation': VP Jagdeep Dhankhar in RS

Op India  

Vice President and Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar on Wednesday expressed his support for Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh and said that the organisation has been contributing to national welfare. It is soothing to note, wholesome to note that RSS as an organisation has been contributing to national welfare, and our culture, and everyone should take pride in any organisation which is …

‘Singling out RSS violation of Constitution,’ says Jagdeep Dhankar in Rajya Sabha; Opposition walks out in protest
4 months, 3 weeks ago

‘Singling out RSS violation of Constitution,’ says Jagdeep Dhankar in Rajya Sabha; Opposition walks out in protest

Live Mint  

Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar said on July 31 that the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh, the ideological front of the Bharatiya Janata Party, has full constitutional rights to participate in this nation's development journey and that the people associated with it work selflessly. This organisation bears unimpeachable credentials and comprises people deeply committed to selflessly serving the nation,” Dhankar said, interrupting …

MHA displays order lifting ban on govt. staff joining RSS activities on its website
4 months, 3 weeks ago

MHA displays order lifting ban on govt. staff joining RSS activities on its website

The Hindu  

Following Madhya Pradesh High Court order to prominently display the order lifting restrictions on government officials ties with Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh, the Minister of Home Affairs had displayed the order on its website for “public knowledge”. Earlier, on July 25, the Madhya Pradesh High Court said that it had taken the Union government “five decades to realise its mistake” in …

Why has Mohan Bhagwat not assumed position of Prime Minister or any other official post? RSS chief responds
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Why has Mohan Bhagwat not assumed position of Prime Minister or any other official post? RSS chief responds

India TV News  

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh Chief Mohan Bhagwat, who often shares his views on important national issues, recently attended the inauguration of a new building at Shri Dayanand Gurukul College in Amroha, Uttar Pradesh. During the event, a student asked Bhagwat why has he not taken up a prominent position like the Prime Minister of India or any other important role so …

RSS's Growth and Influence in Governance Over the Years Made 1966 Ban Irrelevant
4 months, 3 weeks ago

RSS's Growth and Influence in Governance Over the Years Made 1966 Ban Irrelevant

The Quint  

Related to this is another matter – has the government’s decision to issue the ‘office memorandum’ dated 9 July, in any way gladdened the RSS leadership to an extent that they would stop hurling not-so-disguised barbs at Modi personally? Since 2013 itself, it was evident that Modi’s acceptance as the BJP’s electoral mascot was deemed tactically necessary by the RSS …

RSS hails decision allowing government employees to participate in Sangh activities
5 months ago

RSS hails decision allowing government employees to participate in Sangh activities

India TV News  

The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh praised the Central government's decision to lift the ban on government employees participating in Sangh activities. "Due to its political interests, the then government had baselessly banned the government employees from participating in the activities of a constructive organisation like the Sangh," the statement said. Criticism from Opposition Bahujan Samaj Party chief Mayawati criticised the government's …

Youth getting attracted towards RSS ideology, says sangh office-bearer
5 months, 1 week ago

Youth getting attracted towards RSS ideology, says sangh office-bearer

The Hindu  

The youth is getting attracted towards the ideology of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh and joining it in large numbers every year, said an RSS office-bearer after a three-day meeting in Ranchi on July 14. On the results of the election, Mr. Ambekar said the RSS is not directly involved in elections but works on “refining” public opinion. Mr. Ambekar said …

Power games | New BJP President: Rajnath, Shivraj RSS picks; Tawde, Bansal PM’s
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Power games | New BJP President: Rajnath, Shivraj RSS picks; Tawde, Bansal PM’s

New Indian Express  

The race for heading the world’s largest party is heating up. According to sources, the RSS leadership has indicated its preference for Union ministers Rajnath Singh and Shivraj Singh Chauhan. The Sangh Parivar fountainhead wants one of these two ministers to resign from the government and take over as the party president. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit …

Sangh Parivar’s critique of ‘arrogance’ in BJP and its election strategy hints at realignment within Hindu nationalist camp.
6 months ago

Sangh Parivar’s critique of ‘arrogance’ in BJP and its election strategy hints at realignment within Hindu nationalist camp.

The Hindu  

Published : Jun 23, 2024 11:46 IST - 7 MINS READ It is the centenary of the RSS next year, and it is an organisation that plays the long game. It must be read as a clear message to Modi, and it could be the beginning of a change in the power balance within the BJP and in its equation …

BJP’s growth in Kerala faster than anticipated, says George Kurian
6 months ago

BJP’s growth in Kerala faster than anticipated, says George Kurian

New Indian Express  

Excerpts : You joined BJP when it was not a big player in the political arena. I became part of the BJP following the split in the Janata Party, which happened in April 1980. The split happened because of the decision that Janata Party members should not have ‘dual memberships’, of the party and the RSS. My argument was that …

Apoorvanand writes: Mohan Bhagwat’s hollow sermon - Frontline
6 months, 1 week ago

Apoorvanand writes: Mohan Bhagwat’s hollow sermon - Frontline

The Hindu  

Published : Jun 15, 2024 21:06 IST - 6 MINS READ “Did you listen to the speech?” It was difficult to miss the excitement in my friend’s voice. ‘Vichar parishkar’ In his speech, Bhagwat said that RSS people do not get involved in what happens in elections. RSS’ links with Arambai Tenggol Bhagwat mentioned Manipur, and that Manipur has been …

RSS has become 'irrelevant', what's the point of speaking out now: Cong on Bhagwat's remarks
6 months, 1 week ago

RSS has become 'irrelevant', what's the point of speaking out now: Cong on Bhagwat's remarks

Hindustan Times  

The Congress on Wednesday claimed the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh has become "irrelevant" and said the Constitution, democracy and society do not need the Sangh or its chief Mohan Bhagwat as they can protect themselves. Congress' media and publicity head Pawan Khera said, "Mohan Bhagwat ji, you reap what you sow. Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh also hit out at Bhagwat …

RSS Has Become 'Irrelevant', What's the Point of Speaking Out Now: Congress on Bhagwat's Remarks
6 months, 1 week ago

RSS Has Become 'Irrelevant', What's the Point of Speaking Out Now: Congress on Bhagwat's Remarks

News 18  

The Congress on Wednesday claimed the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh has become ”irrelevant” and said the Constitution, democracy and society do not need the Sangh or its chief Mohan Bhagwat as they can protect themselves. Congress’ media and publicity head Pawan Khera said, “Mohan Bhagwat ji, you reap what you sow. When Kanhaiya Lal’s killers’ links with the BJP were exposed, …

Poll results a reality check for ‘overconfident’ BJP: RSS mouthpiece Organiser
6 months, 1 week ago

Poll results a reality check for ‘overconfident’ BJP: RSS mouthpiece Organiser

The Hindu  

The results of Lok Sabha poll-2024 have come as a reality check for “overconfident” BJP workers who failed to understand that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s call of 400+ was a target for them and not for the Opposition, said a story published in Organiser, English mouthpiece of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh. The article, titled as “Conversation for course correction”, adds …

Congress, allies support RSS chief's Manipur statement, urge Modi to act
6 months, 1 week ago

Congress, allies support RSS chief's Manipur statement, urge Modi to act

Hindustan Times  

Leaders from the Indian National Congress and other opposition leaders banded together to back RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat's statement on the ongoing violence in Manipur, attacking Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the deteriorating situation in the northeastern state. Prime Minister Narendra Modi Opposition leaders advised PM Modi to pay heed to Mohan Bhagwat's comment about the situation in strife-torn Manipur, …

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