Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat has alleged that international forces are attempting to weaken India through what he described as “regime change” operations, claiming that some ambitious political leaders are helping advance these efforts for personal gain.

Speaking at the RSS's Vijayadashami celebrations in Nagpur, Bhagwat said India, Hindus and the organisation were among the targets of forces seeking to undermine the country's stability and cultural identity.

He alleged that such groups were devising strategies to disrupt established systems and receiving support from individuals motivated by political ambition rather than national interest.

Bhagwat Cites Unrest in Other Countries

Referring to developments in France, Albania, Bangladesh and Nepal, the RSS chief warned of what he described as a broader international push to destabilise existing political and social systems.

Bhagwat rejected the argument that changing a country's government would necessarily resolve its problems, saying that regime change had not delivered the promised outcomes in the past.

He alleged that such operations were designed to protect the interests of powerful groups and their supporters. According to him, India's progress had made it a target because its development challenged the objectives of these forces.

“Such efforts are underway in India as well,” Bhagwat said, while crediting the country's policy direction and leadership in recent decades with strengthening its position.

He also praised young Indians for developing a stronger sense of responsibility towards the nation and the wider world. Bhagwat said this growing public awareness had helped counter the alleged attempts to destabilise the country.

Protests Must Focus on Solutions, Says RSS Chief

Addressing protests and public movements in a developing democracy, Bhagwat acknowledged that social and economic problems were inevitable while India continued its development.

He said demonstrations were a natural feature of democratic life but argued that they should aim to resolve grievances rather than remain limited to expressions of dissent.

According to Bhagwat, movements, government agencies, political leaders and the administration should share the objective of finding practical solutions and restoring peace and order.

He stressed that resolving the underlying problems should take precedence over the continuation of protests, framing constructive outcomes as the common responsibility of all stakeholders.