RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat Declares India a Hindu Rashtra, Celebrates Ram Temple at Divya Geeta Prerna Utsav

Mohan Bhagwat emphasized that Gita's teachings provide clarity and guidance across all ages and circumstances.

New Delhi:

At the Divya Geeta Prerna Utsav in Lucknow on Sunday, RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat delivered powerful remarks on spirituality, national identity, Indian civilization, and contemporary challenges, referring to India as a 'Hindu Rashtra'. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath was also present at the gathering.

During his address, Bhagwat highlighted the timeless wisdom of the Gita, stating that its teachings offer clarity and guidance regardless of era or circumstance.

"One should read the Gita in its original form and understand it thoroughly—then everything becomes clear. A remarkable quality of the Gita is that each time you reflect on it, you discover something new, something relevant to your present situation," he explained.

Referencing the scripture, Bhagwat noted that Bhagwan Krishna instructs individuals not to flee from challenges but to stand firm and face them directly.

Bhagwat expressed concern that despite growing material affluence, society is struggling with "a lack of morality, peace and contentment."

He observed that many people feel they are progressing in life but "still sense they are on the wrong path." The correct path, he asserted, is found in India's civilizational values.

"Bharat's life traditions once brought peace and harmony to the world," he remarked.

Discussing India's historical journey, the RSS chief stated that the nation had previously been a "Vishwaguru," but centuries of invasions destroyed temples, forced conversions, and subjected the country to subordination.

"Those days of invasion are gone. Now we've hoisted the flag over the Ram Temple," he declared, adding that India's cultural identity endured despite centuries of oppression.

Describing India as a "Hindu society and a Hindu Rashtra," Bhagwat urged citizens to embrace dharma, duty, service, and sacrifice. "The essence of all traditions and knowledge of the world has been provided by Bhagwan Vyas in 700 shlokas of the Gita," he stated.

He also drew comparisons between ancient conflicts and current global unrest. "The kind of wars fought 1,000 years ago are happening even today. Crimes and greed remain unchanged," he noted.

Honoring freedom fighters, Bhagwat said heroes such as the martyrs of 1857 and Chandrashekhar Azad gained nothing materially, yet their sacrifices continue to inspire generations.

"They did not witness victory in their lifetime, but their lives illuminate our path even today," he concluded.