Several political leaders have termed the suggestion as regressive, while demographic experts argue that reversing family planning was unwelcome

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat highlighted the declining fertility rate in India, stressing it should be at least 3 to prevent extinction risks. He warned that a TFR below 2.1 can lead to cultural loss and emphasized the importance of families in society.

The RSS chief said the population policy of India, decided around 1998 or 2002, says that the population growth rate should not be below 2.1

RSS chief Dr Mohan Bhagwat has reignited Indias population debate, urging families to have at least three children to ensure societal survival. Speaking in Nagpur, Bhagwat cited demographic studies to justify his appeal,

Mohan Bhagwat's remarks on increasing India's fertility rate sparked political backlash, with opposition leaders raising concerns about economic challenges facing families and the government's alleged failure to create employment opportunities.

Referring to India’s population policy, which was established around 1998 or 2002, he highlighted that it stipulates the population growth rate should not fall below 2.1. He further emphasised that a growth rate of at least 3 is necessary for societal survival,

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat in his speech in Nagpur had said that family is an integral part of the society and every family serves as a key building block.