Archive · 18 Sep 2026
Mohan Bhagwat Hails Gen Z Discussion of Dharm Beyond Religion
Mohan Bhagwat spoke to young people at an event about dharm.
Dharm can mean living with truth, compassion, purity and self-discipline.
He said dharm is different from religion.
In his explanation, religion can bring people together in a particular belief, while dharm helps people become free and responsible.
Bhagwat said dharm should be shown through how people behave every day.
He was pleased that Generation Z was discussing a subject sometimes viewed as being only for older people.
He also said harming forests and nature is a form of unrighteousness.
He encouraged young people to respect other faiths, follow good values and help create a peaceful world.
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat addressed about 1,700 young participants at the Yuva Dharm Sansad in Ujjain.
Bhagwat said he welcomed Generation Z discussing dharm, which some view as an “old people’s affair.”
He described dharm as distinct from religion, saying religion binds while dharm liberates and leads to moksha.
Bhagwat urged young people to overcome prejudices, respect other forms of worship and remain committed to their traditions.
He linked adharm to deforestation and environmental degradation, saying human beings have a duty to protect nature.
- Who
- RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat addressed young students and other participants at the event.
- What
- He discussed dharm, distinguished it from religion and linked adharm to environmental damage.
- When
- The address took place on Friday; the organisers said the concluding session is scheduled for September 19.
- Where
- The Yuva Dharm Sansad was held at Geeta Bhawan in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh.
- Why
- Bhagwat urged young people to understand and practise dharm, respect different forms of worship and protect nature.
- Speaker
- Mohan Bhagwat, chief of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh
- Event
- Yuva Dharm Sansad
- Location
- Geeta Bhawan, Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh
- Audience
- Around 1,700 students or Generation Z participants
- Core distinction
- Bhagwat said dharm is not synonymous with religion; religion binds while dharm liberates and leads to moksha.
- Environmental message
- He said deforestation and environmental degradation represent adharm and threaten human existence.
- Event history
- Organisers described this as the sixth edition, following events in Kashi, Ayodhya, Mathura, Haridwar and Kanchipuram.
