Bhagwat urges parents to replace commands with open dialogue at Gen Z forum

In his remarks to the Gen Z and Generation Alpha representatives, Bhagwat described the younger generation as spirited, adaptable and emotional, but warned that they often react impulsively. He stressed that youths are drawn to trends that appear authentic, shaping their involvement in social and political movements. Bhagwat called for a shift from hierarchical authority to open family conversations, declaring that the era of unquestioned obedience is over. He urged parents to discuss rather than command, to build consensus through genuine conversation, and warned about the growing addiction to mobile screens, recommending that families lead by example instead of relying solely on regulations.