Mohan Bhagwat’s ‘retirement at 75’ comment sparked political controversy
Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat’s recent remarks suggesting that leaders should step aside at the age of 75 has sparked a political controversy, with Congress and other Opposition leaders interpreting it as a veiled message to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who turns 75 in September this year.
Speaking at the launch of a book on senior RSS leader Moropant Pingle in Nagpur on July 9, Mr. Bhagwat recalled an instance from a RSS meeting held in Vrindavan, where Mr. Pingle was felicitated on attaining the age of 75.
Will PM Modi follow his rule, retire at 75, asks KejriwalRSS chief Mohan Bhagwat's statement on leaders stepping aside at 75 sparks political controversy, hinting at PM Narendra Modi. | Source: The Hindu
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