Everyone lowered their guard after first COVID-19 wave: RSS Chief

The government, the administration, the public – all lowered their guard after the first COVID-19 wave and this led to the current crisis, says RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat. Emphasizing on science and truth, he warned against the use of Ayurvedic medicines or spreading misinformation.

Delivering the final lecture of the RSS’s “Positivity Unlimited” series of talks, Bhagwat said the country had to be prepared for a possible third wave. “Should we be scared? If it comes, then we have to be prepared like the rock against which waves crash, only to recede into the ocean.”

The RSS chief said that this was not the time for blame game but to unite and fight the COVID-19 pandemic. “India has to unite right now, not weigh in faults and good deeds. There will be ample time for that. Azim Premji spoke about increasing the speed of our efforts. How will this speed be achieved? When all people work together as a team. It doesn’t matter that we have woken up late. On the strength of unity we can move forward with speed, covering all backlog,” he said.

Bhagwat urged people to stay prepared for the fact that the economy is going to slow down further. He suggested skill enhancement training and urged people to buy earthen pots inside of fridge. Bhagwat advised people to keep themselves fit, be patient and take necessary precautions. Laying emphasis on yoga and balanced food to build immunity, the RSS chief cautioned against adopting all information available on the internet at face value.

“We have to receive it on the basis of science. What is science? To accept anything after proper examination. Just because someone is saying, so it should be taken, is not right. We should ensure that for our part, we do not disseminate any illogical information. Nor should we become victims of such information,” he said.

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In regards to Ayurveda, Bhagwat said it is proven science. “There is a tradition behind it and its backed by reasoning. But so many things are said in the name of Ayurveda. Someone may benefit by something at a personal level, but it may not be applicable to all. It can’t be until it is tested against prolonged experience and scientific tests. So it is important to be cautious about using such remedies.”

He also urged people not to hesitate seeking medical help if they have symptoms. “Timely treatment can save lives.”