Tariffs reflect fear of India's growing strength: Mohan Bhagwat

Nagpur: Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat on Friday said that tariffs were imposed on India out of fear of what might happen to them if the country became stronger. "Such measures are the result of a self-centred approach," he said, without naming any country.

The RSS chief was speaking at the 7th foundation day of Brahma Kumaris Vishwa Shanti Sarovar in Nagpur. "People in the world are afraid of what might happen to them if India grows stronger and of what their own position will be. That's why tariffs have been imposed on Indian goods. But we have done nothing. When you are seven seas away and there is no connection, why the fear?" he asked.

US President Donald Trump has imposed a 50% tariff on India, including a 25% punitive duty for the Russian oil purchases. India has termed the tariffs "unfair, unjustified and unreasonable". Bhagwat said human beings and countries will continue to face problems unless they understand their real self. "If we show compassion and overcome fear, we will have no enemies," he said.


The RSS chief said if humans change their attitude from "me" to "us", all issues will be resolved. "The world today is looking for solutions, as it has been unable to find a way forward due to its incomplete vision. It is impossible for them to find the way because of their 'only me' approach," he added.

He said India is capable of finding solutions to the world's problems and showing the way forward.

Praising the Brahma Kumaris, a women-led spiritual movement, he said RSS works like them to awaken inner consciousness.