Maharashtra deputy CM Eknath Shinde said that there was nothing wrong with Salman Khan attending the programme addressed by RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat. He said Salman Khan is an Indian citizen and has every right to attend any event
10 February,2026 05:24 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
MNS chief Raj Thackeray strongly criticised RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat over his remarks calling language-based protests a “disease”. Thackeray defended linguistic and regional identity, accused the RSS of indirect politics, and questioned Hindi imposition. BJP later hit back
10 February,2026 01:31 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
"There is no election to the post of RSS chief. Regional and divisional heads appoint the chief. Generally, it is said that after turning 75, one should work without holding any post," Bhagwat said
08 February,2026 01:09 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Salman Khan and Ranbir Kapoor attended the RSS Mumbai Vyakhyanmala event as the organisation marked its centenary year. RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat highlighted Salman’s influence, calling his popularity among youth a cultural phenomenon
08 February,2026 08:34 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
