The plight of Hindus in Bangladesh, caste dynamics, and strategic course correction in social and political outreach will be central to discussions at the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and its affiliate’s three-day Samanvaya Baithak. The coordination meeting, which will commence on Saturday in Palakkad, Kerala, has brought together 32 organizations inspired by and affiliated with the RSS, including its political front, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
A total of 230 representatives and 90 national-level RSS office bearers, including national presidents, organizational secretaries, and senior leaders of the organizations, will participate in this landmark event, which is the first of its kind in Kerala.
This year’s Samanvaya Baithak in Palakkad is of particular importance for the RSS and its affiliates, including the Bharatiya Janata Party, for several reasons. As the largest coordination meeting of its type, it is taking place at a critical juncture following electoral setbacks in key states such as Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, and West Bengal.
Focus on Caste and the Plight of Hindus in Bangladesh
The meeting will prominently feature discussions on caste issues, which have gained increased urgency. All affiliated groups have been assigned the task of presenting reports on emerging caste fault lines across various states. This focus has intensified in the context of ongoing debates about a comprehensive caste census and other caste-related disparities, particularly in professional structures and government jobs.
With caste issues emerging as a significant national concern and frequently raised by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, the demand for a caste census is gaining momentum. Despite mounting pressure, the RSS continues to oppose the publication of caste data, as senior functionaries argue that the release of such data could exacerbate existing divisions.
