Weak is a Crime, Hindu's Must Understand- Mohan Bhagwat

On the occasion of Vijayadashami, RSS (Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh) Chief Mohan Bhagwat performed the traditional 'Shastra Puja' at the Reshimbagh Ground in Nagpur today. This annual event, held on Dussehra, is closely watched, and currently, Bhagwat is addressing the RSS volunteers. Before his speech, the RSS volunteers conducted a path-sanchalan (march-past) in traditional attire, with a band-led parade.

In his address, Bhagwat emphasized that while India is progressing, there are forces in the world that do not want to see India move forward. He mentioned that efforts are being made to suppress India's rise, but India continues to extend help even to those who may harbor enmity towards it. He referred to the hostile actions against Hindus in neighboring regions, warning that such attacks will continue as long as extremist mentalities prevail. Bhagwat called for the Hindu society to organize and become stronger, stating that remaining weak is a crime.

Bhagwat also touched upon global issues, including the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, expressing concern about the broader implications of the war and its potential impact on the world. He praised India's rising stature in the world, its increasing influence, and the global recognition of its contributions, such as yoga. He acknowledged the peaceful completion of elections in Jammu and Kashmir, marking it as a significant achievement.

In his speech, Bhagwat also paid tribute to historical figures like Ahilya Bai Holkar for her governance and efforts to preserve Indian culture, as well as Dayanand Saraswati for his contributions to India's revival.

Dr. K. Radhakrishnan, former ISRO chief and a Padma Bhushan awardee, was the chief guest for the event. He expressed his gratitude for being invited and spoke about the importance of India's ongoing transformation in various fields.

Suresh Bhayyaji Joshi, a senior RSS leader, spoke about the unity of India's diverse languages and cultures, emphasizing that every language spoken in India is a national language, from Tamil to Hindi, and while languages may differ, the core thinking remains the same.

The event also marks 99 years since the establishment of the RSS, which was founded on Vijayadashami in 1925. The occasion is significant for the RSS as it outlines the organization's future plans and policies.