Karnataka Minister Priyanka Kharge recently made headlines by calling on the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) to formalize its status by registering as a non-governmental organization (NGO). Kharge, 47, referred to the RSS as the "world's biggest NGO" while questioning its current lack of formal registration.

Beyond the call for registration, Kharge leveled a significant accusation regarding the organization's international activities. He alleged that the RSS has been "hobnobbing" with lobbyists in the United States. According to Kharge, these specific lobbyists are also engaged in advocacy work on behalf of Pakistan.

This statement has sparked a debate regarding the transparency and international associations of the RSS. While Kharge’s comments focus on the intersection of domestic organizational status and foreign policy influence, the RSS has not provided a direct public response to these specific claims in the reporting provided. The allegations suggest a potential conflict of interest or ideological contradiction in the RSS's international outreach, though the minister did not provide specific documentation to support the claim of shared lobbyists. The discourse highlights ongoing tensions between the Congress-led state government and the RSS, with Kharge positioning the organization’s lack of formal registration as a point of concern for public accountability.