Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat called on the people to reproduce more than two or three children, citing that Total Fertility Rate (TFR) should not be less than 2.1.

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.

Speaking at an event in Nagpur, RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat said demographic studies suggest that when a society’s total fertility rate falls below 2.1, it risks facing extinction.

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,

Reacting to Bhagwat's recent remark, AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi sarcastically questioned the suggestion, asking, "What will he give people for having more children? Will he offer Rs 1,500 to those who do so?

RSS-linked weekly Organiser too has echoed the concern about how lower birth rates may place western and southern states at a “disadvantage” during delimitation.