Archive · 23 Jan 2026
Bhagwat highlights India's global welfare role
Mohan Bhagwat, the head of the RSS, gave a speech at an event in Rajasthan.
He talked about how India has always helped other countries, even when it had to make sacrifices.
He said this is part of India's dharma, or duty, to care for everyone.
He also mentioned that while laws are important, moral values are just as crucial.
Another spiritual leader, Acharya Mahashraman, was there too and talked about how peace is important, but sometimes we need to be firm to protect it.
Both leaders agreed that India's policy is based on non-violence, but force might be needed to keep the country and its people safe.
Mohan Bhagwat emphasized India's role in global welfare, highlighting the country's sacrifices to help others.
He stated that India's actions are guided by dharma, which provides moral guidance on what should and should not be done.
Bhagwat noted that moral values are essential beyond legal frameworks and that discipline and restraint are crucial when using power.
Acharya Mahashraman, a Jain spiritual leader, attended the event and spoke about the importance of peace and firmness in protecting it.
Both leaders agreed that while India's policy is based on non-violence, the use of force may be necessary to ensure national security and the safety of citizens.
- Who
- RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat and Jain spiritual leader Acharya Mahashraman
- What
- Speech emphasizing India's role in global welfare and the importance of dharma and moral values
- When
- January 22
- Where
- Chhoti Khatu, Rajasthan
- Why
- To highlight India's contributions to global welfare and the significance of moral values in society
- Event
- 162nd Maryada Mahotsav
- Location
- Chhoti Khatu, Rajasthan
- Speaker
- Mohan Bhagwat
- Organizer
- Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS)
- Date
- January 22
- Key Message
- India's service to global welfare as dharma
- Attendee
- Acharya Mahashraman