Against the backdrop of a country grappling with colonial rule, rising communal tensions, and the complexities of modernity, Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh founder KB Hedgewar developed his philosophy of cultural nationalism and challenged his own critique of Hindu society. At our Online Talk, philosopher and author Sachin Nandha chronicles the untold story of Hedgewar whose vision for India’s cultural revival continues to shape the nation’s socio-political landscape. He traces Hedgewar’s journey from an orphaned child in colonial India to the mastermind behind one of the world’s most secretive organisations, and provides a window into the labyrinth of India’s civilisational ethos, offering a nuanced perspective on the RSS’s origins and its impact on India today.

About the speaker

Sachin Nandha is a philosopher, thought leader, seasoned strategist with a successful career in private equity, and the author of “Hedgewar: A Definitive Biography” just published by Penguin. As Director-General of the International Centre for Sustainability, Sachin champions initiatives that align thought leadership, environmental stewardship, and strategic influence to drive sustainable progress. Now a trusted advisor to boards, founders, and organisations, he is valued for his ability to distil meta-trends and bridge global perspectives with actionable insights.