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.

Mohan Bhagwat referenced modern demographic studies, stating that when a community's fertility rate falls below 2.1, the society faces the risk of extinction.

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

Expressing concern over declining population growth, RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat on Sunday said the total fertility rate in India should be at least 3, well above the fertility rate of 2.1 per cent that is considered as the population replacement rate.

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,

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,

Chief Mohan Bhagwat, on Sunday, expressed his concerns over the decline in population growth rate in India and suggested that Indian families should have at least three children to prevent a decline in the population.

BJP’s NDA allies TDP and JD(U) offer a more measured reaction even as the ruling party steers clear of the row sparked by the RSS chief’s comments.

RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat raises alarm over declining population at a Nagpur meeting. He argues a population fall below 2.1% threatens societal stability and urges an increase, connecting past declines with low numbers.