Mohan Bhagwat, the chief of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), has called for greater promotion of Sanskrit in India, asserting that its increased prevalence will enrich all other Indian languages and connect people with the nation's ancient culture. Speaking at the inauguration of the new central office of the Sanskrit Bharati in New Delhi, Bhagwat stated that understanding Sanskrit is crucial for comprehending India's vast wealth of knowledge. He described Bharat as a tradition that sustains life and emphasized that Sanskrit serves as a bridge linking diverse Indian languages. Bhagwat urged the Sanskrit Bharati to work towards making Sanskrit accessible to all Indians, asserting that it is not merely a language but the very essence of the nation. He highlighted that Sanskrit has historically coexisted with other languages, enhancing rather than replacing them, and that a significant portion of vocabulary in many Indian languages is derived from Sanskrit. Bhagwat's remarks underscore the importance of Sanskrit in fostering unity and cultural identity in India.