During a lecture at Suttur Mutt in Mysuru on May 7, 2026, Mohan Bhagwat (chief of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh) stated that India must focus on addressing demographic imbalance rather than solely controlling population growth. He pointed out that with a significant youth population expected to age in the next 30 years, the country needs to prepare for their sustenance and well-being. Bhagwat criticized the current National Population Policy's Total Fertility Rate (TFR) goal of 2.1, suggesting it is effectively higher and stressing the need for public awareness and policy effectiveness. He also discussed the Common Civil Code, expressing optimism for its gradual implementation across India while urging patience in the democratic process. Furthermore, Bhagwat addressed the issue of caste in politics, suggesting that societal attitudes towards caste must change to reduce its influence on voting behavior. He advocated for supporting inter-caste marriages as a way to foster social unity and emphasized the importance of achieving harmony among various religions to avoid societal fragmentation.