Congress leaders Rashid Alvi and V Hanumantha Rao criticized RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat's remarks, accusing him and the BJP of promoting divisive agendas and undermining India's secular character. They alleged Bhagwat's statements lack action and warned against efforts to erase Mahatma Gandhi's legacy. The leaders specifically questioned the imposition of Hindi in South India and accused the RSS of working towards a 'Hindu Rashtra,' suggesting attempts to rename schemes like MNREGA.