Strong India Not Good for Enemies: Rajeev Chandrasekhar Backs Mohan Bhagwat
BJP leader Rajeev Chandrasekhar warns against forces trying to slow India's growth and backs RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat's views on regime change.
In a strong endorsement of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief's recent observations, Kerala BJP President Rajeev Chandrasekhar has asserted that a strong India is perceived as a threat by the nation's enemies. He warned that external adversaries are likely to leverage internal allies to incite chaos and hinder India's rapid economic and social ascent.
Endorsing the Vision of Mohan Bhagwat
Chandrasekhar's comments follow remarks made by RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat during the Sangh’s centenary-year Vijayadashami celebrations at the Reshimbagh ground in Nagpur. During the event, Bhagwat addressed the concept of "regime change," citing recent unrest and political shifts in countries such as France, Albania, Nepal, and Bangladesh, stating firmly that such a change "has neither happened nor will it happen" in India.
Speaking to ANI, Chandrasekhar described Bhagwat's vision and experience as a "guiding light" for all citizens. He highlighted India's resilience in the post-COVID era, noting that the country has outperformed many of its global peers despite the destabilizing effects of the Russia-Ukraine war and ongoing conflicts in the Middle East.
Warning Against 'Chaos and Anarchy'
The BJP leader expressed concern over strategies designed to destabilize a democratic nation. According to Chandrasekhar, the primary method to slow down India's progress is the creation of anarchy and violence.
"It is a known fact to our own enemies around us that a strong India is not good for them, and therefore they will use their friends in India to try and slow down India," Chandrasekhar stated.
He specifically pointed toward "Marxists and Leninists" who, he alleged, take to the streets to provoke the state and create violence. He emphasized that while the collective resolve of Indians is to move the country forward, there must be a heightened awareness of forces that are "inimical" to the nation's interests.
Clash with Sanjay Raut
Chandrasekhar also took a sharp swipe at Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut, labeling him a "provocateur." He argued that Raut's rhetoric encourages the kind of instability that has devastated other regions.
Drawing parallels to international events, Chandrasekhar referenced visuals of mob violence and mayhem in France and various Middle Eastern countries, noting that such anarchy causes damage "beyond belief." He asserted that there is no place for such chaos in an Indian democracy and suggested that those fueling anarchy are acting on vested interests to stall India's rise.
Bhagwat on Protests and the Constitution
Adding context to the debate, Mohan Bhagwat had noted during his Vijayadashami address that protests stemming from social issues or systemic shortcomings are "natural." However, he stressed a critical boundary: protesters, political leaders, and the administration must strictly adhere to the Constitution, the law, and the norms of civility in public life.