RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat addressed a seminar at Sharda University, stating that India is naturally based on secular ethos and respects all religions. He emphasized the need for India to adopt a development model based on its own strengths and to become self-reliant. Bhagwat also called for a balanced approach to the use of artificial intelligence and the need for reforms in the governance system to better serve the people. He praised Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar for his contribution to the Indian constitution.