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RSS Not Against Any Religion, Says BJP MP Ujjwal Nikam

BJP MP Ujjwal Nikam has stated that the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh is not opposed to any religion, countering what he calls wrong propaganda. He made the remarks after attending an RSS lecture series where chief Mohan Bhagwat discussed the organization's vision for a strong India. Bhagwat urged people to form opinions by directly observing the Sangh's work and workers, rather than relying on digital sources like Wikipedia which he labeled misleading. The comments come as the RSS emphasizes social cohesion projects and grassroots engagement to define its identity.

Key Points: RSS Not Against Any Religion: Ujjwal Nikam

  • Nikam defends RSS from anti-religion claims
  • Bhagwat warns against Wikipedia as misleading
  • Call for unity and selfless national purpose
  • RSS focuses on social cohesion projects
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"Sangh is not against any religion": BJP MP Ujjwal Nikam

BJP MP Ujjwal Nikam defends RSS, says it's not anti-religion. Mohan Bhagwat urges direct observation over Wikipedia for understanding Sangh.

"The Sangh is not against any religion, as is wrongly propagated by some people. - Ujjwal Nikam"

Mumbai, February 9

BJP MP Ujjwal Nikam praised the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh, emphasising that the organisation is not opposed to any religion, contrary to claims by some.

Speaking to the reporters, Nikam informed that RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat discussed RSS and its vision for India as a strong nation during the RSS' Two-Day Lecture Series on '100 Years of Sangh Journey'.

"RSS and its vision for India as a strong nation was discussed by Mohan Bhagwat. I heard his valuable thoughts and insights on such a grand scale for the first time. The Sangh is not against any religion, as is wrongly propagated by some people," Nikam told reporters.

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat on Saturday urged people not to rely on Wikipedia or general media coverage, which he labels "misleading" or "propaganda," and called for internal unity while warning about deep scepticism toward external portrayals of the Sangh.

Addressing a gathering in Mumbai, Bhagwat urged a deeper exploration of what "Hindu Rashtra" (Hindu Nation) means, framing it not just as a political label but as a call for citizens to work with "selfless purpose" and "excellence" in their respective fields.

"When forming an opinion about the RSS, base it on what you see and the original sources. Avoid relying on Wikipedia or perceptions, as they contain misleading information. You won't understand the RSS through propaganda... Observe the Sangh directly: examine its workers, their homes, its branches, and its programs. This will give you a clear understanding of what RSS is... What does it mean that India is a Hindu nation? What does it mean that we are Hindus? Understand all of this and then do whatever you are doing with excellence, with authenticity, with selfless purpose, and with all your heart and soul for the benefit of the country...," he said.

This comes at a time when the RSS is increasingly focused on social cohesion projects (Samajik Samrasta) and expanding its footprint beyond traditional strongholds. By dismissing digital sources such as Wikipedia, Bhagwat is attempting to bypass the "information war" and re-establish the Sangh's identity through grassroots engagement.

- ANI

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Priya S
I appreciate the call for excellence and selfless service. That's a message every Indian, regardless of background, can get behind. But the term "Hindu Rashtra" does make some of my friends from minority communities anxious. Clarity on inclusivity is needed.
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Rohit P
Finally someone said it! Media always shows RSS in bad light. My uncle is a swayamsevak, and he spends his Sundays teaching slum kids and organizing health camps. That's the real RSS, not the boogeyman the "liberal" media paints.
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Sarah B
As an outsider living in India, I find this interesting. Dismissing Wikipedia entirely seems extreme—it's a starting point for many. But engaging directly with an organization's work is indeed the best way to understand it. The focus on social projects is commendable.
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Vikram M
The vision of a strong India built on discipline and service is powerful. But when senior leaders make statements that are perceived as divisive, it undermines this message of unity. Consistency in word and deed is key for true social cohesion.
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Kavya N
Bhagwat ji's point about working with excellence in your own field is so relevant for us youth. Whether you're an engineer, doctor, or artist, serve the nation through your work. That's a positive takeaway from this lecture series.

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