Mohan Bhagwat observes RSS’ 101st foundation day
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat addressed the organization's 101st foundation day, highlighting their outreach to millions of households. He also criticized Western protests, characterizing them as a threat to culture and security.
Why it matters
The speech provides insight into the ideological stance of a major Indian socio-political organization regarding global and domestic affairs.
Mohan Bhagwat observes RSS’ 101st foundation day left In this image posted on October 20, 2026, RSS Sarsanghchalak Mohan Bhagwat addresses the 'RSS Vijayadashami Utsav', in Nagpur, Maharashtra. Photo: @RSSorg/X via PTI Photo https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/k4uvzz/article71603268.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/PTI10_20_2026_000021B.jpg - **EDS: THIRD PARTY IMAGE** In this image posted on Oct. 20, 2026, RSS Sarsanghchalak Mohan Bhagwat addresses the 'RSS Vijayadashami Utsav', in Nagpur, Maharashtra. (@RSSorg/X via PTI Photo)(PTI10_20_2026_000021B) Speaking on the ongoing protests in several European countries, Mr. Bhagwat called this a “storm coming in from West which hates culture, system, security and good fortune” Coinciding with the Dasara festivities, the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) observed its 101st foundation day on Tuesday (October 20, 2026). On the occasion, the organisation’s chief Mohan Bhagwat delivered his annual foundation speech in which he highlighted the work that has been undertaken by the organisation in its centenary year.
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