RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat says grievances raised by Gen Z protesters are “genuine” and argues that protest can be a form of dialogue in a democracy. Speaking during an interaction covered by Indian outlets, Bhagwat responds to criticism that the protesters are anti-national, saying he will not characterize Gen Z as opposed to the nation. He adds that people should have “logical answers” to concerns they raise, and frames protest as a way of reaching consensus rather than shutting down debate.
Bhagwat also emphasizes how protests should be conducted, stating that there are “ways of going about it” in a democratic system. He further comments on education policy, saying education is not a “commercial business.” In addition, he urges parents to lead by example.
One report notes the timing of the remarks as part of what it describes as the RSS’s most significant outreach to Gen Z and Gen Alpha since protests over the NEET paper leak, linked to the “Cockroach Janta Party,” culminated in the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. Both accounts present Bhagwat’s position as supportive of addressing education-related grievances through dialogue.
