Bharat Will Rise for Global Welfare, Not Dominance”: RSS Leader Dattatreya Hosabale

Gautam Buddha Nagar: Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) General Secretary Dattatreya Hosabale emphasized India’s commitment to global welfare, stating that India’s rise will not be for dominance but for the well-being of the world. Speaking at a book launch event on Monday, he underscored India’s philosophy of serving humanity and contributing to the progress of other nations.

“India is living for the world. India will rise not only for its benefit. India will rise not to crush or bully other countries; India will rise for the welfare of other countries. This is India’s aim,” said Hosabale, highlighting the country’s non-aggressive and inclusive approach to global leadership.

Call to Replace ‘India’ with ‘Bharat’ in Official Usage

In his address, Hosabale also raised concerns over the continued use of ‘India’ in official documents and institutions, calling for a complete shift to ‘Bharat’. He pointed out that during the G-20 Summit and Republic Day celebrations, invitations carried the term “Republic of Bharat” in English, reinforcing the importance of using the country’s indigenous name.

“It is the ‘Constitution of India,’ ‘Reserve Bank of India’—why do we have to continue with this usage everywhere? If the country’s name is Bharat, it should be used that way universally,” he asserted, urging for a national introspection on the issue.

Critique of ‘Englishism’ and the Colonial Mindset

Hosabale also spoke about the lingering effects of British rule, arguing that “Englishism” still dominates Indian society. He contrasted the Mughal and British eras, stating that while Indians never felt inferior under Mughal rule, the British successfully instilled a sense of Western superiority.

“During the British period, Indians started feeling that the British were superior to them. This mindset still exists today, which is why English-medium education is given undue prominence. Due to this colonization of the mind, people believe that those who cannot speak English are inferior. We need freedom from this mentality,” he said, stressing the need for cultural and linguistic decolonization.

India’s Path Towards a Global Leadership Role

Hosabale’s remarks reflect India’s evolving position on the global stage, where it seeks to balance economic growth, cultural identity, and international cooperation. His vision aligns with the larger nationalist discourse advocating for Bharat’s resurgence as a civilizational power, focusing on self-reliance, indigenous language promotion, and diplomatic leadership rooted in mutual respect rather than dominance.

As India continues to assert itself globally, the RSS leader’s call for a shift from ‘India’ to ‘Bharat’ and his critique of colonial mindsets are expected to fuel further debates on national identity and linguistic policies in the country.