‘Gen Z Protesters Are Not Anti-National’: RSS’ Mohan Bhagwat Says ‘Protest Is A Way Of Dialogue’

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat strongly backed students protesting over alleged NEET irregularities, saying their grievances are genuine and should be heard. Speaking on the issue, Bhagwat said protests are a legitimate form of dialogue in a democracy and stressed that protesting students should not be viewed as anti-national. He said Gen Z represents the country’s future and deserves a sense of belonging, respect, and meaningful engagement through dialogue. Bhagwat also observed that Gen Z and Gen Alpha seek logical answers to the questions they raise. Commenting on education, he said it should not be treated as a commercial business and must remain accessible to everyone. He added that society should also contribute towards improving the quality and status of education in the country.